Mekong Delta takes measures to reduce saltwater intrusion

The level of saltwater intrusion in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta has reached the same high level recorded in the 2015 – 16 dry season, but the damages to farming areas are expected to be less serious as authorities and farmers have taken measures to cope with the situation in the 2019 - 20 dry season.

Việt Nam foresees water issues in 2020 The Việt Nam Metrological and Hydrological Administration on Friday said water reserves of northern rivers would remain low between February and July.

Mekong Delta saltwater intrusion in rivers damages crops Saltwater intrusion into rivers from the sea has caused damage to rice and other crops in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta.

Saltwater intrusion in Mekong Delta to ease by April

The water level at Cambodia’s great lake Tonle Sap is low so the ability to discharge much water for the delta is not high.

Mekong Delta takes measures to cope with saltwater intrusion

Saltwater intrusion has occurred on a large scale in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta, forcing local authorities to take measures to protect agricultural production and ensure water supply for household use, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Saltwater intrusion enters Trà Vinh

Saltwater intrusion has occurred in most areas of the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Trà Vinh, forcing authorities to close most saltwater-prevention sluices and to stop planting the 2019 -20 winter – spring crop in some areas.

Water shortages warned as reservoirs run dry

The national irrigation department has reported a staggeringly low level of water reserves in northern and central regions, signalling the threat of a severe drought in 2020.

Ninh Thuận faces irrigation water shortage

Many reservoirs in the south-central province of Ninh Thuận are facing a shortage of water, affecting supply for the 2019 – 20 winter - spring crop, animals and household use.

Saltwater enters Mekong Delta rivers earlier than normal

Saltwater has intruded early this year into the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta’s coastal provinces, affecting the availability of freshwater for irrigation and household use.

Delta provinces take steps to control saltwater intrusion

Authorities in the provinces in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta and Cần Thơ City are dredging irrigation works and storing fresh water to cope with saltwater intrusion during the dry season.