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Mexico City residents struggle with worsening water crisis

Season 2024 Episode 64 | 5m 23s

Mexico City, one of the world's most populous cities, could be just months away from running out of water. It’s a crisis brought on by geography, growth and leaky infrastructure, all compounded by the effects of climate change. Journalist Emily Green joins John Yang to discuss the situation.

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