Jamaica’s Drought Crisis Demands Action | Jamaica News

Jamaica’s worst drought in years is hitting hard, with the People’s National Party blaming years of neglect for a crumbling water system. The Hermitage Dam sits dangerously low, and officials warn this could be drier than 2022. Three million gallons of water vanish unaccounted for every four million produced, while fragmented systems prevent efficient distribution. In some areas, families pay $50,000 for a single water truckload. The government has already spent $86 million—with costs potentially soaring to $500 million—and schools face urgent needs. The Private Sector Organisation warns of economic fallout, as the PNP demands immediate action: water tanks, MP funding for deliveries, and full transparency on spending and infrastructure timelines. Talking won’t fix it—real money, real plans, and real results are needed now. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/183f080c124af9a0