September 20, 2017: For centuries, free flowing water has not been a problem in Rome. Severe drought and extremely high temperatures have forced the city to consider water rationing and shutting down many of the ancient free flowing aqueducts and fountains — including the Vatican where more than 100 fountains have already been shut off — many in St. Peter’s Square. Future visitors to the popular Italian city and Vatican may need to bring their Holy Water from home!
