Torres García blasts PRASA over last-minute water rationing notice

By THE STAR STAFF

Domingo Torres García, the alternate spokesperson for the Popular Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives, described as unacceptable the way in which the Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) handled the notification of the water rationing plan that affects communities in Río Grande.

“It is unbelievable that citizens were informed just one day and hours before their water service was cut off. Residents were notified yesterday at 5:00 p.m. that rationing would begin at 6:00 a.m. today. This does not give families, businesses, senior citizens, and people with health conditions enough time to prepare adequately. It is an insensitive and completely unacceptable action,” Torres García stated in a written statement.

The legislator argued that the situation reflects the current administration’s lack of planning.

“What we are witnessing is an unprecedented lack of planning. The most worrying thing is that this government has normalized problems with the water service, as if it were acceptable that thousands of Puerto Ricans have to live on edge with interruptions and last-minute notices for such an essential service,” he said.

“Citizens deserve respect and responsible planning. When it comes to an essential service like drinking water, agencies have a duty to inform families well in advance so they can make arrangements and minimize the impact on their daily lives. Governing also means anticipating problems, not reacting when it’s too late,” he added.

Finally, the alternate spokesperson called on the Government and the AAA to review their communication and planning protocols.