What can cause a water shortage?
drought, pollution, distance, war, climate change, overuse, natural disaster
Which SDGs relate to water shortage issues?
2, 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
Water shortages AFFECT many people. What is another word for affect?
impact, influence
If something is scarce, it means...
it is hard to get or hard to find.
If there is a lack of something, it means...
there is not enough of it.
I own a restaurant. How might a water shortage affect me?
No water for cooking - no customers - no money coming in - business closes - no income - financial problems... etc
What is a crisis?
A very serious problem or issue; a disaster; a stressful situation.
How much water does the average person in a city use each day?
142 litres
How might a water shortage affect a family?
Not enough water to drink, cook or clean with. This could lead to illness, stress and hunger.
If we use something sustainably, we are using it so it...
will last a long time.
What causes a drought?
A lack of rain over a long period of time, as well as low groundwater levels.
What industries are affected by a water shortage?
Agriculture, tourism, hospitality, manufacturing
What other words can we use to describe sanitary water?
Clean, fresh, drinkable, useable, potable, safe
What does 'water scarcity' mean?
It means there is not enough water.
What is a water restriction?
When the government make rules about how much water you can use.
Droughts and water shortages are upsetting. How else might we describe the emotional impact on people?
distressing, damaging, agonising, stressful, devastating, troubling, horrible, frightening...
How does a water shortage affect agriculture?
There is not enough water to produce food for people to eat.