Browse Honduras Daily Stories

Through July 2026, 10 of 25 weather stations recorded their lowest rainfall since 2022, triggering food insecurity and water rationing across the dry corridor, with experts warning of crisis if rains fail in September and October.

Tegucigalpa's two main reservoirs—La Concepción at 29.85% capacity and Los Laureles at 37.56%—remain at critically low levels due to lack of rainfall, prompting authorities to consider raising the alert level and pursue recovery of 11 wells to bolster water supply.

Honduras's capital water utility sanctioned seven people for misusing potable water during an ongoing shortage, imposing fines up to 20,000 lempiras (about $800) for excessive use in homes and businesses.

Tegucigalpa's water authority (UMAPS) is conducting inspections and levying fines of 1,000–5,000 lempiras for misuse of drinking water during an emergency water shortage, including bans on garden watering and other non-essential uses.

The capital's water authority has shifted to a once-weekly distribution schedule for thousands of residents served by the Los Laureles and La Concepción reservoirs, which have fallen below 50% capacity, with July and August forecast as the most critical months.