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Adequate water in Lam Takhong reservoir for next 2 months
Prasit Tangprasert, Published on 07/05/2025
» NAKHON RATCHASIMA - There is enough water in Lam Takhong reservoir to ensure adequate tap water for five nearby districts for the next two months, a senior official said on Wednesday.
PWA Launches Mini Station for Clean Water Access
Published on 21/01/2025
» The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) continues its mission to provide clean drinking water to communities in line with the policies of the government and the Ministry of Interior. The latest clean drinking water service point, a Mini Station, has been inaugurated at the Khuan Don Water Production Plant within the service area of the PWA Satun Branch, Satun Province. This initiative aims to enhance residents' quality of life by providing access to clean and safe drinking water, reducing household expenses, and expanding services across all PWA branches nationwide.
PWA First: Elevating Water Services and Organisational Excellence
Published on 05/11/2024
» The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) has unveiled its 2025 policy and operational roadmap, "PWA First," aimed at driving organisational excellence across all facets of water utility services while aligning with national and Ministry of Interior directives. The announcement was made on November 4, 2025, at PWA Headquarters in the Prapawiwat Building.
Anutin Pushes for Phuket Water Pipeline Project
Published on 10/05/2024
» The Ministry of Interior, led by Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, along with Deputy Minister Chada Thaised and Pornpoth Penpas, Director General of the Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA), conducted a site survey to monitor drought resolution efforts at the PWA Phuket Branch. The PWA was instructed to expedite the water pipeline project in Phuket to ensure water security for consumption in the tourist towns on the Andaman coast, focusing on the Bang Niao Dam Reservoir. Additionally, a low-pressure raw water pumping plant at Klong Je Ta, Sri Sunthon Subdistrict, Thalang District, Phuket Province, was built on 9 May 2024.
Phi Phi Island drought could lead to closures
News, Published on 07/05/2024
» Locals on Phi Phi Island have not had enough fresh water for their needs for over two months, leading to the consideration of temporary closures of some business operations should the dry spell continue.
Freak storm ravages the Northeast
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/05/2024
» Freak storms ravaged health facilities in Uttaradit and neighbouring Phrae on Friday, confirming the rainy season is fast approaching, said the Public Health Ministry.
Lam Takhong reservoir, Lam Mun river drying up amid water shortage fears
Pasit Wongngamdee, Published on 28/04/2024
» NAKHON RATCHASIMA: Water levels at Lam Takhong reservoir and Lam Mun river in this northeastern province have dropped sharply as drought and extreme heat caused the main water sources to run dry, sparking fears among the locals about water shortages.
Water woes hit Phi Phi islands
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 13/04/2024
» The Phi Phi islands in Krabi are facing a freshwater shortage, with local authorities weighing up their options to find a solution.
Sattahip water shut off after bodies found in reservoir
Online Reporters, Published on 06/04/2024
» The water supply in Sattahip district of Chon Buri had to be temporarily shut down following the discovery of two decomposing corpses in a local reservoir on Friday.
PWA and DDPM Renew Pact to Combat Drought
Published on 28/03/2024
» The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA), led by Chakapong Kamchan, Deputy Governor (Operation 2) and Acting Governor, along with the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), Ministry of Interior, Thailand, led by Chaiwat Chuntirapong, Director-General of the DDPM, have jointly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the third consecutive year. This agreement aims to address drought-related issues and ensure the provision of raw water for public water supply services. The signing ceremony occurred on 27 March 2024, at the PWA headquarters in Laksi District, Bangkok. Chakapong Kamchan highlighted PWA's dedication to providing clean and safe tap water that meets public consumption standards and its preparedness to effectively manage drought crises. The PWA actively monitors water situations and anticipates shortages, particularly at Branch 234.