This is how Cape Town is coping with its impending 'Day Zero' when the water will run out

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Cape Town, South Africa, is going through one of the worst droughts in its history.

Officials have designated a date on which most taps will be turned off and everyone will be subjected to a strict water-rationing system.

It's known as "Day Zero."

Stunning photos reveal the extent of the water crisis in the region.

CAPE TOWN Reuters - A tough water-saving regime and the generosity of farmers have given South Africa's main tourist hub welcome respite from a severe drought and helped push back a dreaded "Day Zero" when Cape Town's taps are expected to run dry.

On Tuesday, the city of four million moved its estimate for "Day Zero" to July 9 from June 4 due to a decline in water usage, and after the Groenland farmers association also released 10 billion litres of water from their private reservoirs into the Steenbras storage dam.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: No one wants to host the Olympics anymore will they go away?See Also:This couple invented a clever piece of luggage so you'll never have to check your bags again here's how it worksWe took a scientific look at whether weed or alcohol is worse for you and there appears to be a winnerUS health officials say 'intense' flu season could continue for weeksSEE ALSO: The world's first major city at risk of running out of water has pushed back its 'Day Zero' for the third time in an apparent sign their strategy is working

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