Update: Current Water Conditions in Puerto Rico

September 23, 2026News, SMM2026

SMM2026 Update: Current Water Conditions in Puerto Rico September 23, 2026 The SMM2026 Conference Organizing Committee continues to monitor conditions in Puerto Rico ahead of the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals, taking place October 19–23 in San Juan. Recent rainfall has improved water-supply conditions across parts of Puerto Rico. Beneficial rains … Read More

Water Conditions in San Juan, Puerto Rico

August 25, 2026News, SMM2026

Dear SMM community, Some of you have seen news coverage of the water rationing affecting parts of metropolitan San Juan, which has raised some concerns from our community. Here are some important facts to consider. Puerto Rico is experiencing its driest conditions in over a century, and the water authority (PRASA) has implemented rotating 48-hour … Read More