More than 75% of Gaza's population face severe water insecurity, says Mercy Corps (opens original article in a new tab)

More than 75% of Gaza's population faces severe water insecurity, with families surviving on less than six litres of water per day due to destroyed infrastructure and restricted access, according to Mercy Corps.

• More than 75% of Gaza's population faces severe water scarcity
• Families survive on less than six litres of water per person daily
• Destroyed infrastructure includes 725 wells and 1,400km of pipelines
• Israel controls 60% of Gaza's enclave and restricts water access
• Overcrowded displacement camps worsen health risks