Rain Lifts Los Laureles Reservoir 7.6% in a Day

Published on Honduras Daily · Oct 3, 2026 · Originally reported October 1, 2026 by El Heraldo

Rain in the Lepaterique mountains fed the Los Laureles reservoir, raising its level from 33.54% to 41.12% of capacity in 24 hours and easing pressure on Tegucigalpa's drinking-water supply.

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Also reported by: Radio Cadena Voces (RCV)

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