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Coronavirus – A Global Pandemic

The coronavirus outbreak is reminding the world that water, sanitation, and hygiene are fundamental pillars of public and personal health. These critical services play a vital role in disease prevention as governments, utilities, and healthcare facilities respond to the pandemic.

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Report Assesses State Responses to Water Shutoffs during Pandemic

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South Africa Draws Up Plans So That Mass Burials Do Not Pollute Groundwater

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First Covid-19 Case Reported in World’s Largest Refugee Camp

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Coronavirus – Featured Stories

As Pandemic Magnifies Navajo Nation Water Deficit, Coronavirus Funding Questions Arise

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May 21, 2020
Navajo Nation president and residents want to use federal Covid-19 funds on water infrastructure. Is that allowed?
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CDC, EPA Change Building Reopening Guidance After Acknowledging Error

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May 19, 2020
Agencies admit incorrect guidance in documents intended to protect people from a deadly waterborne disease.
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‘Deadly’ Consequences If Stagnant Water in Shuttered Buildings Is Not Properly Addressed

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May 15, 2020
The extensive closure of offices, hotels, restaurants and other commercial buildings in response to the coronavirus pandemic is a potential health hazard once those structures are reopened to the public.
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House Democrats Add Water Provisions to Next Coronavirus Bill Proposal

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May 14, 2020
Democrats seek water shutoff protections and aid to low-income customers as part of $3 trillion package. Republicans quickly dismissed the bill.
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Water Shortage Leaves Poorer Mexicans High and Dry in Coronavirus Fight

May 1, 2020
Water scarcity complicates attempts to sanitize the area amid the spread of the coronavirus disease.
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Water Utilities Want a Bailout. Will Congress Listen?

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April 30, 2020
Water and wastewater utilities and their customers were ignored in Congress’s three coronavirus relief bills.
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Perspective: How Does the Coronavirus Crisis Compare to the Global Groundwater Crisis?

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April 29, 2020
Global efforts on the scale of those to curb the devastation of SARS-CoV-2 are few and far between. These months could provide a template for reducing future environmental damage.
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