The study indicated that the quantities of water distributed in the Emirate of Sharjah, during the first quarter of this year achieved an increase of 13%, reaching 8 billion and 285 million gallons, while it was 7 billion and 319 million gallons during the last quarter of 2019. 

His Excellency Eng. Dr. Rashid Al Leem, Chairman of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA), highlighted that the remarkable increase in water consumption in the residential sector came to meet the increasing demand for water, as a result of precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Since a large number in the Emirate of Sharjah are staying in their homes for long times in compliance with the National Disinfection Programme. 

The Chairman of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) added that SEWA is making great efforts to desalinate water for public distribution, and has prepared plans to educate the public, especially in the residential sector, to rationalise consumption of water and raise their awareness of its optimal use.