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Nakhon Ratchasima ordered to prepare for drought and flood risks
Nakhon Ratchasima ordered to prepare for drought and flood risks
SUNDAY, MAY 04, 2025
Authorities in Nakhon Ratchasima have been instructed to prepare comprehensive plans to tackle both drought and flooding, as the Lam Takhong Dam holds only 16% of its water capacity.EGAT to invest 90 billion baht on 3 pumped-storage hydropower plants
EGAT to invest 90 billion baht on 3 pumped-storage hydropower plants
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 07, 2024
These plants will use renewable energy to pump water to upper reservoirs during low-demand periods, then release it to generate electricity during peak periodsLam Takhong reservoirs buck trend, face water shortage
Lam Takhong reservoirs buck trend, face water shortage
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
In the Lam Takhong reservoirs in Nakhon Ratchasima province, only 22% of usable water remainsWater reserves decline to 62%, but govt confident rainfall will comes in time
Water reserves decline to 62%, but govt confident rainfall will comes in time
THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2024
The Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) is confident that there will be enough water for farming and consumption this year, even though reservoir levels nationwide have dropped to 62%.Managing reservoirs and irrigation systems critical for stable food supplies
Managing reservoirs and irrigation systems critical for stable food supplies
SUNDAY, AUGUST 06, 2023
Effective water management is vital to ensure Thailand's food security and mitigate the impact of El Nino, according to the Thailand Development Research Institute.Public urged to be discreet in water use amid low levels at reservoirs
Public urged to be discreet in water use amid low levels at reservoirs
FRIDAY, AUGUST 04, 2023
The Royal Irrigation Department has urged the public to conserve water and is encouraging farmers to primarily rely on rainwater for agricultural purposes to store water for future use.Vietnam's power crisis deepens as hydroelectric reservoirs near dangerous levels
Vietnam's power crisis deepens as hydroelectric reservoirs near dangerous levels
SUNDAY, JUNE 11, 2023
Two out of the three largest hydroelectric reservoirs in Vietnam, Son La and Lai Chau are at dead water levels, with only Hoa Binh reservoir having enough water to generate electricity.Tourist boats marooned as drought parches France's river
Tourist boats marooned as drought parches France's river
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2022
Water levels in rivers, lakes and reservoirs across western Europe are running low, or even dry, as the severest drought in decades dents local tourism, puts stress on drinking water supplies, hampers river freight and threatens crop yields.Dam boss relaxed about high-water levels
Dam boss relaxed about high-water levels
SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2018
The water level in 14 medium-sized northeastern reservoirs has reached the critical level above their storage capacity, but the Royal Irrigation Department (RID) said there was nothing to worry about as there is an emergency preparation and response plan at every dam.Worries arise over brimming dams even before start of rainy season
Worries arise over brimming dams even before start of rainy season
SUNDAY, MAY 13, 2018
MANY reservoirs are already brimming with water prior to the predicted “wetter than average” rainy season, while the authorities claimed they had already learnt from past mistakes and prepared in advance to cope with the worrying water situation ahead.