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Water in Chao Phraya Dam below operating level
Jon Fernquest, Published on 20/03/2017
» No third crop rice for farmers this year as Chao Phraya River water level drops to dangerously low levels.
Drought to last till 2017: prepare for water shortages
Jon Fernquest, Published on 02/10/2015
» People living in Chao Phraya River basin in Bangkok & irrigated rice areas should prepare for drought crisis lasting until 2017 & store water for dry season. Price of Thai rice may jump soon.
What's new in business news: July 13, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 13/07/2015
» Greece bailout deal reached, soldiers asked to enforce water pumping & CAT Telecom union threatens company's board.
What's new in business news: January 14, 2015
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/01/2015
» Three rail projects to be presented to Japan during PM Prayut's visit to Japan, World Bank cuts forecast for global economy & Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) for foreign investments.
What's new in business news: October 6, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 06/10/2014
» Most critical water shortage in 15 years, tourist safety app launched & inflation targeting by BOT to include energy & food.
What's new in business news: September 10, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 10/09/2014
» Bangkok floods not likely this year, $20 million 232-carat white diamond found in S.Africa & bad credit history to be erased to ease loan approvals.
What's new in business news: July 21, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 22/07/2014
» Cracks in Chiang Rai dam leads to earthquake fears, radio show to teach taxi drivers English & Chao Phraya Express Boat replaces declining boat service with malls & tourist hotels.
What's new in business news: February 28, 2014
Jon Fernquest, Published on 28/02/2014
» Thai business women make Forbes list, rotten rice seized in Phitsanulok & water shortage means no 3rd crop for farmers.
Flooding risk: Lower Chao Phraya river
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/09/2013
» River overflows in Ayutthaya. Roads underwater so boats used to travel. Heavy rains Friday will raise Chao Phraya one meter.
Where to put floodwater? Undergound.
Jon Fernquest, Published on 09/05/2012
» Since ancient times Thailand has dreamed up new ways to manage water for farming, storing water underground is one way to get rid of too much water.