"No one had imagined we would be lacking water to this extent": in Pontarlier, the population invited to sobriety under threat of cuts

Residents of Pontarlier face potential water shortages due to ongoing drought conditions. Local authorities are considering large-scale water cuts, prompting crisis meetings and public awareness campaigns. The area's karstic underground makes water storage challenging, leading to unprecedented threats to the city's water supply. Families are adapting by reducing water usage, such as limiting baths and garden watering. The local government emphasizes the urgency of conserving tap water to manage the crisis effectively.