[Water supply for civilian populations in crisis and post-war situations: example of Mitrovica city (Kosovo) in 1999-2000]

After reviewing the effects of water shortage on sanitation, the author describes minimum water requirement in terms of both quantity and quality during emergency situations and recovery periods. This article also gives general guidelines for water treatment to cover vital needs and provide adequate sanitation to the victimized community. To illustrate his point, the author cites the water management program implemented by the humanitarian action branch of an industrial group in Mitrovica, Kosovo in 1999 and 2000.