Saltwater intrusion
After Tet, farmers harvest rice and worry about saltwater intrusion
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Soc Trang - After Tet, farmers are rushing to harvest the winter-spring rice crop with rice prices increasing. However, drought and salinity are also a big concern.
Saltwater intrusion attacks, farmers use well water to water plants
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Ben Tre - When surface water is contaminated with saltwater due to saltwater intrusion from the sea, many farmers are forced to use well water to maintain their farming activities.
The second largest saltwater barrier in the West helps farmers feel secure during Tet
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Tien Giang - The completed sewer system along Tien River helps prevent salinity, retain fresh water, protect production and daily life, and bring peace of mind to people during Tet.
High tides and saltwater intrusion forecast for the South during Tet
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During Tet, the Southern region will have high tides and saltwater intrusion.
Developments of rain, high tides, and saltwater intrusion in the South
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According to the Southern Hydrometeorological Station, there will be no rain in the coming days, and there is a possibility of saltwater intrusion and high tides.
Forecast of rain and saltwater intrusion in the South
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According to the Southern Hydrometeorological Station, Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces and cities will experience saltwater intrusion and showers at night.
Salinity in 2025 is at risk of being higher than the average of many years
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The Southern Institute of Irrigation Planning predicts that the risk of drought and saltwater intrusion in the dry season of 2025 may occur at a higher level than the average of many years.
Saltwater intrusion may penetrate 45 - 55km deep during Tet
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Ben Tre - It is forecasted that saltwater intrusion 45 - 55km deep may occur during Tet. The Southern Institute of Water Resources recommends using water reasonably.
Ben Tre farmers store water, prepare to cope with drought and salinity
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Ben Tre - Authorities and farmers in the province proactively plan to respond to drought and salinity, and reserve irrigation water for fruit trees.
Ben Tre is likely to be affected by saltwater intrusion in the second half of December
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Ben Tre - Saltwater intrusion is likely to enter rivers in Ben Tre from the second half of December 2024.