Residents of Bupiala have been hit hard by the acute water shortage that has engulfed the Tamale Metropolis for some time now, following the drying out of the Bupiala Dam.
The dam which served as a major source of water for residents in Bupiala, and those living within its immediate environs went dry due to the prolonged dry spell and unprecedented high levels of heat being experienced in the northern part of the country.
This has exacerbated the already precarious water situation in the area, taking a heavy toll on residents, as they have to travel long distances scavenging for water.
A lady fetching water from a well A woman collecting water from a dugout A woman scooping water from a dugout A young girl sharing water with the brother Cattles taken over a dug out for water Headpans and gallons lined up in anticipation as women prepare to fetch water Some school children removing plastic bags from a well.
