the water crisis is not a problem unique to dry countries. in countries with relatively high rainfall, water shortages can still occur because of leakages and the subsequent lost of billions of litres of water. in addition, the average daily consumption of water has risen to as much as 150 litres per person in recent years, due to the increased use of modern technology in our homes. to overcome these problems, the public are encouraged to limit their consumption, and the water companies are being forced to repair pipes.