webfact Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 As Thailand grapples with the El Nino weather phenomenon, the Royal Irrigation Department (RID) assures unwavering water supply for the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). Despite the current weather conditions likely to persist from October to April of next year, the RID is poised to mitigate the impacts with diligent water management. Prapit Chanma, the director-general of the RID, assured yesterday that the authorities have been directed by the Bureau of Water Management and Hydrology and Irrigation Office 9 to implement a comprehensive water management plan that promises adequate water supplies for EEC-based industries amidst the El Nino weather occurrence. El Nino brings along a drastic reduction in average rainfall as the weather event intensifies. The Thai Meteorological Department recorded a significant 41% decrease in the volume of accumulated rainwater as compared to last year, from January to mid-July. Ensuring regular water supply to the EEC in regions such as Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, and Rayong hinges on a well-connected reservoir network. On May 30, a water supply boosting operation was initiated, concentrating on elevating water levels in the Pra Sae reservoir in Rayong, one of the significant water distribution hubs for the EEC to mitigate El Nino severity. by Mitch Connor Prapit Chanma, RID Director, Bangkok Post Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thailand-combats-el-nino-impacts-with-robust-water-management-for-eec -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-07-28 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunLA Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 And where is this dry spell at, as we've been N & S since rainy season started, and it's been raining quite a bit. Along with the weekly 'heavy rain & flooding' warnings ... dry spell, drought ... I think not. Not in TH. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 6 hours ago, webfact said: the RID is poised to mitigate the impacts with diligent water management. Doing what their paid to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BritScot Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 Well I have to praise Thailand for using the correct scientific conclusions with changing weather patterns instead of cult hysteria. Well done Thailand. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srikcir Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 As recent as June 2023 the Federation of Thai industries said that the water supply in the EEC is limited and a drought such as that caused by climate change may cause a severe water shortage if action (?) isn't taken by the government. Otherwise, I believe the legacy agricultural industry in the EEC area may be in danger of failure. This might not be the case if the EEC hadn't been established by PM Prayut using his NCPO absolute power to override any environmental assessment study. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreasyFingers Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 6 hours ago, KhunLA said: And where is this dry spell at, as we've been N & S since rainy season started, and it's been raining quite a bit. Along with the weekly 'heavy rain & flooding' warnings ... dry spell, drought ... I think not. Not in TH. You live in the wrong end of the country. Exceptionally dry up here with the wife having to water her fruit trees and vegetables. Last year it was very wet with one dry spell. Have not experienced it this dry before. Even when the barometer drops to what would normally mean rain, nothing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McTavish Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 6 hours ago, KhunLA said: And where is this dry spell at, as we've been N & S since rainy season started, and it's been raining quite a bit. Along with the weekly 'heavy rain & flooding' warnings ... dry spell, drought ... I think not. Not in TH. Quote Despite the current weather conditions likely to persist from October to April of next year The source article is not clear but one may imagine a drier cool season much like the last. As to how the RID can guarantee water supply in rural areas is beyond me when most rely on rivers, local dams or artesian supply. The Mekong and tributaries like the Mun river could easily run dry unless substantial rain falls late in the wet season and China releases the excess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunLA Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 1 hour ago, McTavish said: The source article is not clear but one may imagine a drier cool season much like the last. As to how the RID can guarantee water supply in rural areas is beyond me when most rely on rivers, local dams or artesian supply. The Mekong and tributaries like the Mun river could easily run dry unless substantial rain falls late in the wet season and China releases the excess. That's good, as it was a longer wet season, with some rain during the dry/cool season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunLA Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 1 hour ago, GreasyFingers said: You live in the wrong end of the country. Exceptionally dry up here with the wife having to water her fruit trees and vegetables. Last year it was very wet with one dry spell. Have not experienced it this dry before. Even when the barometer drops to what would normally mean rain, nothing. Have to disagree then, I'm in the right end. No need to worry about watering stuff when Out & About for week or 2. Even moved the house water over to the rain water, as they were full up. Turn city water off. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJ2U Posted July 28, 2023 Share Posted July 28, 2023 11 hours ago, KhunLA said: raining quite a bit. We've had loads of rain almost every night! Easy to manage water when it's plentiful. There always ready to Pat themselves on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimHuaHin Posted July 29, 2023 Share Posted July 29, 2023 Water for the EEC, but what about Thai farmers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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