In a significant step towards improving living conditions in the Gaza Strip, an Emirati delegation inaugurated the water transport project from Emirati desalination plants located in Egyptian territory yesterday. The “Al-Faris Al-Shahim 3” project is the largest of its kind, aiming to provide desalinated water to tens of thousands of families suffering from severe water shortages since the outbreak of the situation. This initiative reflects the UAE’s commitment to supporting the people of Gaza and meeting their essential needs.
Project Inauguration and Activities
The inauguration of the project, organized under the “Al-Faris Al-Shahim 3” operation, was attended by the support committee for the operation, representatives from the Coastal Water Authority and municipalities, as well as several prominent figures and community leaders. This event officially announced the commencement of the water transport line from the Emirati desalination plants in Egyptian territory to areas in southern Gaza, contributing to addressing the chronic water crisis.
Details of the Emirati Water Line
The Emirati line extends for 7.5 kilometers and has a capacity of approximately two million gallons per day. The new line aims to serve over one million people and enhances connectivity to the Al-Buraq reservoir in Khan Younis, which has a capacity of 5,000 cubic meters to meet the needs of wider areas. This project is part of ongoing Emirati efforts, which include the establishment of six desalination plants, the provision of tanks and reservoirs, and the maintenance of wells, forming a vital lifeline for the residents of the strip.
Field Tour to Review the Project
Following the inauguration ceremony, a field tour was held to celebrate the project, attended by journalists, community leaders, and local notables. The tour included an overview of the water line and the tanks distributed across various regions, as well as monitoring the process of pumping clean water to the reception points and tanks scattered throughout the strip. This project underscores the UAE’s commitment to securing the essential elements of life for the people of Gaza, as part of a series of humanitarian initiatives under the “Al-Faris Al-Shahim 3” operation.
The “Al-Faris Al-Shahim 3” project emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing humanitarian crises and represents a glimmer of hope for the people of Gaza in their quest for basic necessities.