VOICED : Cape Town dries up as residents wait for rain

Cape Town faces a severe water crisis due to prolonged drought, with dam levels dropping significantly. The government has declared the drought a disaster, imposing strict water usage restrictions on residents. Despite efforts to manage demand, the city is exploring alternative water sources, including drilling into aquifers and building desalination plants. Climate change models predict a drier future, complicating recovery efforts.

What is the main source of water for Cape Town?

• Orange River

• Table Mountain

• Cliff Dam

• The Atlantic Ocean

What is the maximum daily water usage allowed per resident during the drought?

• 100 liters

• 150 liters

• 75 liters

• 50 liters

What is one of the alternative water sources Cape Town is considering?

• Building more dams

• Using rainwater harvesting

• Drilling into mountain aquifers

• Importing water from neighboring countries

What natural phenomenon has affected much of southern Africa, including Cape Town?

• Hurricane

• La Niña

• El Niño

• Monsoon

What is the predicted impact of climate change on Cape Town's water situation?

• Increased rainfall

• Stable water levels

• Warmer and drier conditions

• More frequent floods