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One in 4 people lives in places at high risk of running out of water

17 countries currently use more than 80 percent of their typical yearly water supply

New Delhi water line

PARCHED  People line up for water in New Delhi, one of several Indian cities that have faced water crises this year. A new analysis shows the country is one of 17 that typically uses more than 80 percent of its water supply.

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By Carolyn Wilke

- More than 2 years ago

The world is facing a water scarcity crisis, with 17 countries including India, Israel and Eritrea using more than 80 percent of their available water supplies each year, a new analysis finds.