Stockholm: Water Conservation Urged Due to Heatwave

Swedish authorities have advised residents and businesses in Stockholm to reduce water consumption due to dwindling water reserves caused by the heatwave. The state water company, Stockholm Vatten och Avfall, reported that high temperatures in Lake Mälaren, the main source of drinking water, have reduced water production.

Residents are urged not to water lawns, fill swimming pools, and to take short showers. The Norwegian capital, Oslo, is also facing similar problems due to low rainfall.

July was the hottest month in 100 years in Sweden, with the heatwave also affecting Norway and Finland. Researchers link this phenomenon to global warming.