Draw raw water from rivers, water authorities urged


Critical level: Hot weather and dry spell caused by El Nino early this year have led to a severe drop in water level at Pedu Lake. — Bernama

SEREMBAN: Water authorities in all states should draw raw water from rivers instead of relying solely on the dams.

Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said the water stored in dams should be used during a prolonged dry spell when the levels of rivers recede.

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