1. What problem is facing Cape Town, South Africa? 2. What is "Day Zero"? What is expected to happen on that day? 3. What percentage of Cape Town's water is used in homes? 4. What steps has Cape Town encouraged people to take to conserve water? 5. What are three things that may happen if the city runs out of water? 6) Below: Write a short letter to residents of Cape Town. Explain at least four things they should take to reduce water usage. Use evidence from the article to support your advice

1. Cape Town's biggest problem is the fresh water reserves and usage.

2. ''Day zero'' is the day were the water in the reservoirs will fall below the critical level, thus leaving the people without water.

3. Cape Town uses around 64% of the water.

4. Cape Town's authorities had started to charge people with big fines for not respecting the recommendations, as well as cutting down the water supply to the people so that they be forced to use it rationally.

5. If the city runs out of water there will be spreading of diseases, casualties and economic downfall of the city.

6. Dear people of Cape Town, for evading a humanitarian crisis and making sure that our lives continue normally, you should consider taking these actions:

1. Stop using fresh water for watering the gardens.

2. Stop using fresh water for cleaning the vehicles and the streets.

3. Do not let the water in your homes run if there's no need for that.

4. Use your water only when needed, drinking, washing food and dishes, showering (short showers only), basic hygiene.