Residents of San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica, experienced two unexpected water outages last week, but the timing of the service interruption on Mother’s Day sparked significant public outrage. The water was reportedly cut off from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., coinciding with many families hosting gatherings to celebrate the holiday. Locals expressed disappointment and a sense of inconsideration from the AyA, the country’s water authority, for scheduling the outage during a day dedicated to family and celebration. The unexpected lack of water disrupted planned meals and gatherings, causing inconvenience for residents. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the reliability of water services in the area and a perceived lack of communication from the AyA regarding planned or unplanned disruptions. Residents feel the timing demonstrates a disregard for important cultural events.