A Super El Niño event is forecast to hit Thailand from October 2024 through early 2027, bringing significant rainfall shifts and drought risk. The Thai Meteorological Department warns of at least 10% lower rainfall, reservoir capacity constraints, and an expected 20% decline in second-crop rice production due to water shortages. Authorities are implementing water conservation measures and alternate irrigation systems to mitigate impacts on agriculture and water security across the country.
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