Water Problems in Texas and Florida

May 14, 2026, 18:41
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Introduction

Texas and Florida have very little rain. Now, these states must save water.

Main Body

In Texas, the lakes are almost empty. The city of Corpus Christi says there is a water problem. In September, people may need to use 25 percent less water. Big factories also need water to work. Florida has a very bad drought. It is the worst since the year 2000. Six counties in Florida have a water emergency. People cannot use water for their gardens every day. Both states want to fix this problem. Texas is spending 1 billion dollars on new pipes. Florida is using recycled water. They want to have enough water for the future.

Conclusion

The leaders are watching the rain and the ground. They will make more rules if the water does not return.

Learning

πŸ’§ Talking about 'Now' and 'Future'

Look at how the text changes from things happening now to things that will happen.

1. The Current Situation (Present) We use simple words to describe a fact today:

  • Lakes are empty.
  • Florida has a drought.
  • Texas is spending money.

2. The Future Plan (Will/May) When we talk about a possibility or a promise for later, we use may or will:

  • People may need to use less water. β†’\rightarrow (Maybe yes, maybe no)
  • They will make more rules. β†’\rightarrow (This is a plan/certainty)

Quick Guide: Now β†’\rightarrow is / are / has Later β†’\rightarrow will / may

Vocabulary Learning

drought (n.)
a long period of dry weather
Example:The drought in Texas made the water very scarce.
emergency (n.)
a serious situation that needs quick help
Example:The water emergency caused many people to use less water.
recycled (adj.)
made again from used material
Example:Florida is using recycled water to save resources.
pipes (n.)
long tubes that carry water
Example:Texas is spending money on new pipes.
percent (n.)
a part of a whole divided into 100
Example:People may need to use 25 percent less water.
factories (n.)
large buildings where goods are made
Example:Factories need water to work.
gardens (n.)
areas where plants are grown
Example:People cannot water their gardens every day.
future (n.)
time that will come
Example:They want to have enough water for the future.
leaders (n.)
people in charge
Example:The leaders are watching the rain.
rules (n.)
laws that people must follow
Example:They will make more rules if the water does not return.