Severe Drought in Sicily Fuels Unregulated Water Trade

Residents of Caltanissetta face exorbitant costs as unauthorized sellers exploit prolonged water shortages.

Sicily's drought has left many without running water for two months, prompting reliance on private water tankers.
Unauthorized sellers are profiting by charging inflated prices, with families spending around €300 monthly on water.
Businesses, especially those needing constant water, struggle as demand outpaces supply and prices soar.
Authorities have fined individuals for unauthorized water distribution and selling contaminated water.
Efforts are underway to find new water sources and repair abandoned wells, with calls for private well owners to share resources.