Amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict, the desperate struggle for survival intensifies, plunging 2 million Gaza residents into an alarming crisis – the depletion of their water supply. The Gaza Strip, already grappling with power shortages due to the shutdown of its sole power plant, faces an even graver predicament, as the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) issues a dire warning regarding the water crisis.

In a recent tweet posted by UNRWA, the agency underscores the gravity of the situation in Gaza, characterizing it as a matter of life and death. Within the densely populated Gaza Strip, Palestinians are engaged in a harrowing battle to secure their very existence. Philippe Lazzarini, the Commissioner-General of UNRWA, emphasized the urgency of delivering fuel to Gaza to ensure water access for the 2 million people affected. He remarked, "It has become a matter of life and death. It is imperative that we swiftly provide the necessary fuel to ensure the availability of water for 2 million individuals."

Taking to the microblogging platform 'X,' the UN agency sent out an SOS signal, drawing attention to the alarming situation in Gaza. They pointed out that the populace is now resorting to using contaminated well water, thereby heightening the risk of waterborne diseases in this war-torn region. Clean water is dwindling in the Gaza Strip, exacerbated by the shutdown of its water treatment facility and public water distribution networks.

With Gaza enduring a complete blackout since October 11th, the crisis extends to a crippling impact on the water supply, compounding the already dire humanitarian situation. UNRWA's message echoes the urgent need for assistance and intervention to avert a catastrophe.

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