Chiang Rai Residents Doubt Tap Water Safety Amid Mining Contamination Fears
Despite government assurances of tap water safety in Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai, residents express lingering doubts over potential contamination from upstream mining. Many are opting for bottled water, highlighting a trust deficit between official claims and public perception.
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