Hundreds gathered near Incachaca Dam last Friday, praying for rain to alleviate La Paz’s severe drought. The state water company, EPSAS, issued a warning. Only 135 days of water supply remain for the city’s 2.2 million residents. Women and men came in traditional attire and played native instruments. They prayed in various languages including Aymara, […]
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