Taninthayi’s precautionary measures against drinking water shortages inspected

Officials from the Department of Rural Development in Taninthayi Township, Taninthayi Region, conducted a field inspection yesterday in East Aukkin Village to ensure there is no drinking water shortage due to the El Niño weather phenomenon.
Officials inspected the current water usage situation in East Aukkin Village to ensure there is no shortage of drinking water. The township officer met village officials, members of village water supply committees, village elders and residents, urging them to collect and store drinking water in advance to avert shortages that may arise from irregular rainfall and drought caused by the El Niño phenomenon. He also emphasized the need for systematic, efficient water use to prevent wastage and called on residents to follow heat-related safety measures during the El Niño period.
The Department of Rural Development for Taninthayi Township is conducting field inspections in villages within the township that may face drinking water shortages due to the El Niño weather phenomenon. — Cho Lay (DRD)