ONE popular holiday destination in southern Spain has introduced a new rule at its beaches amid a drought. Spain is one of the most popular destinations for Brits - but despite its popularity, the country has plenty of little-known beach rules. According to the Daily Express , the regional government of Andalusía (Junta de Andalucía) has limited water use to 225litres per inhabitant.
In a bid to adhere to the limit, town councils in the region are implementing strict measures, like reducing water pressure and emptying fountains. Beaches in and around Cadiz will see its showers removed in a bid to conserve water supplies. Almost all towns surrounding the port city of Cádiz won't have showers for holidaymakers to use on the beach.
There are some exceptions to the newly-imposed rule, including Camposoto Beach in San Fernando. Camposoto Beach will still have accessible showers for people with reduced mobility. Showers will soon be available at Chiclana too - although no firm date has been revealed.
This news comes after an ongoing drought has plagued the region, with Spanish officials desperately trying to conserve water resources. Cádiz also imposed a ban on showers at its beaches last year in a bid to save water before the possibility of a drought was announced. Signs were installed at beaches across the coastal area explaining why the showers weren't working.
Taps used for washing sand off feet could still be used at the time - although people were encouraged not to wa.
