A significant water outage, which occurred on February 24, affected several neighborhoods in the municipality of Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, causing widespread disruption. The outage was a result of maintenance and installation work on a new water line, a project undertaken by the Intermunicipal System of Potable Water and Sewerage Services. As the water supply was interrupted, thousands of people were left without this essential service, and although it was expected to be restored by February 25, many residents had to wait longer.
Causes of the Water Outage in Jalisco
The maintenance work, which involved the connection of a new water supply line, was the primary cause of the outage. The affected areas included the Antiguo Camino a Santa Cruz del Valle and Calle Fuente in the Paseos de Los Parques neighborhood, where new water lines were being installed. The Intermunicipal System of Potable Water and Sewerage Services carried out this work as part of its efforts to improve the water supply infrastructure in the region.
Affected Neighborhoods
Several neighborhoods were impacted by the water outage, including:
- Las Palmas
- Misión Magnolia
- Villa Fontana
- Valle Verde
- Valle de la Misericordia
These areas experienced water supply disruptions, with some residents reporting that the water service was not restored until after midnight, causing significant inconvenience.
Preventive Measures Recommended by SIAPA
To minimize the impact of the outage, the Intermunicipal System of Potable Water and Sewerage Services (SIAPA) recommended that residents take preventive measures. These included storing water in clean containers before the outage and using the hours leading up to the suspension to complete domestic tasks that required water, such as laundry.
Water Tanker Service for Affected Areas
SIAPA also activated a free water tanker service for residents in the affected areas, allowing those who were unable to store enough water to access this essential resource. To request a water tanker, residents could contact SIAPA at 33-3668-2482, providing their address and other relevant details.
What to Do if You Still Don’t Have Water
For individuals who still do not have access to water, SIAPA recommends contacting them through official channels, such as the phone number 33-3668-2482 or their social media accounts, to obtain updates on the status of their area. SIAPA has assured that it is working to restore the service as soon as possible.
The water outage in Tlaquepaque, although temporary, may still cause supply problems in some areas. While infrastructure work is necessary to improve the long-term water supply, it is essential to ensure that residents are well-informed and have access to alternatives during outages. Transparency and constant communication between SIAPA and citizens are crucial in minimizing disruptions and ensuring a smooth recovery of this essential service. Collaboration between SIAPA and citizens will be key to restoring the water supply, and local authorities will continue to monitor the affected areas and provide quick and effective solutions for those impacted.