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Russian troops in Ukraine are likely to face water shortages, according to the British Ministry of Defence.
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According to the Ministry of Defence, the cause is likely Russian attacks on utilities.
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Some troops have now resorted to collecting water from “stagnant pools,” the department said.
Russian troops fighting in Ukraine are likely to face water shortages, with some turning to “stagnant puddles” to collect water. The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) said in an update on the conflict.
“The damage caused by ongoing Russian attacks on utility infrastructure is now almost certain to restrict water supplies,” the Defense Department said in an update on the conflict, adding that any problems “have been exacerbated by a period of above-average temperatures in the region.”
In response, the Russian armed forces have resorted to improvised water filtration techniques, using “stagnant puddles for daily water needs,” the Defense Ministry said, adding that this “has most likely led to an increase in waterborne diseases among Russian soldiers.”
“This lack of water leads to dehydration and an increased risk of infection, almost certainly impacting morale and operational effectiveness,” the report said.
The Defense Ministry also cited a story by a pro-Russian military blogger who said Russian pilots were only allowed to drink one liter of water per day.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends People who work in high temperatures drink a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes – about three-quarters to a quarter (almost a liter) per hour.
Ukraine has experienced record temperatures this summer.
On July 16, Kiev reached a temperature of 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 degrees Fahrenheit), the highest temperature ever recorded, according to the Borys Sreznevsky Central Geophysical Observatory.
The high temperatures have led to power outages and negatively impacted grain and oilseed harvests, Reuters.
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