Mekong Delta Faces Early Drought Risk: Experts Advise Proactive Water Storage
The 2026 Mekong River flood is showing signs of an early decline, raising concerns about freshwater scarcity and saltwater intrusion in the Mekong Delta. Experts are urging residents to proactively store freshwater using containers.
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