Tiburon: Drought Takes a Heavy Toll on Agriculture and Livestock

The municipality of Tiburon, in the South Department, has been facing a worrying drought for about three months. The lack of rainfall is severely affecting agricultural and livestock activities. Farmers have already lost their crops, some seeds have failed to germinate, and several animals have died for lack of water and food. The situation is worrying municipal authorities, who are calling for swift intervention from the state.

Interviewed on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Idelie Denis, a member of Tiburon’s interim municipal com