Families in Gaza are increasingly forced to drink contaminated water as they endure extreme summer heat and ongoing shortages. In displacement camps like al-Mawasi, residents wait for hours to collect murky water, rationing every drop for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. The lack of clean water has led to a surge in disease, especially among children, with health centers reporting thousands of cases of diarrhea each week. Damage to infrastructure, fuel shortages, and restricted access have left most wells unusable and desalination plants operating far below capacity. While recent steps have been taken to restore some water access, aid groups warn that the crisis could worsen if new military offensives disrupt relief efforts. For many, the daily struggle for water remains a matter of survival.