Mexico City Announces Water Cuts in Central and Southern Neighborhoods: Affected Areas and Duration
Mexico City authorities have announced upcoming water cuts in several central and southern neighborhoods of the capital. The Secretariat of Integral Water Management (Segiagua) notified residents to take precautions due to these planned supply reductions.
Two boroughs, Cuauhtémoc and Benito Juárez, will be affected. Segiagua also specified the dates for the service suspension and its restoration. The announcement was made this Wednesday, February 4, through Segiagua’s official social media channels and those of the affected boroughs.
Affected Neighborhoods in Cuauhtémoc and Benito Juárez
Segiagua reported that technical personnel will be installing a 48-inch valve in the Condesa control chamber on Wednesday, February 4, starting at 12:00 PM. This intervention will lead to a decrease in potable water supply in various neighborhoods.
In the Cuauhtémoc borough, the affected neighborhoods are:
- Roma Sur
- Hipódromo
- Buenos Aires
- Hospital General
- Centro Médico Siglo XXI
- Hospital Infantil
In the Benito Juárez borough, the water cut will impact:
- Narvarte Oriente
- Narvarte Poniente
- Del Valle Norte
- Piedad Narvarte
- Atenor Salas
- Vértiz Narvarte
- Independencia
- San Simón Ticuma
- Niños Héroes
- Álamos
- Postal
- Letrán Valle
The potable water supply is expected to be restored on Thursday, February 5, at 05:00 AM, once the technical work is completed.
Authorities from Mexico City have indicated that neighborhoods in the Benito Juárez and Cuauhtémoc boroughs will experience reductions in water supply.
What to Do During a Water Supply Cut in Mexico City?
In anticipation of a water cut in Mexico City, prevention and proper resource management are essential to minimize the impact. Preparing your home and adjusting some habits can help you cope with the temporary lack of service.
Recommendations for Residents:
- Store Water: Collect water in clean containers for basic needs such as drinking, cooking, and personal hygiene. Use covered containers to prevent contamination.
- Ration Consumption: Prioritize essential activities and postpone tasks that require large amounts of water, such as washing clothes or cars.
- Close Taps: Keep all water taps closed to prevent leaks when the supply returns and check your installations for any failures.
- Use Dry Cleaning Products: Utilize hand sanitizer and wet wipes to reduce water consumption.
- Inform Family Members: Communicate the situation and water-saving measures to all family members to encourage responsible and cooperative use.
It is necessary to be prepared for the water cut in Mexico City by following these recommendations.
Requesting Water Tankers (Pipas de Agua):
Segiagua noted that, if necessary, residents can request water tankers by calling Línea H2O at *426.
Contact Information:
For more information or assistance, residents can contact:
- Secretariat of Integral Water Management (Segiagua): Check their official social media channels for updates.
- Línea H2O: *426 (for requesting water tankers).
Source: https://www.infobae.com/mexico/2026/02/05/cdmx-anuncia-cortes-de-agua-en-colonias-del-centro-y-sur-de-la-capital-cuales-seran-las-afectadas-y-cuanto-durara/
