CHIANG MAI, 30 April 2012 – The Northern Royal Rainmaking Center is set to make artificial rain to assist farmers in the drought-hit provinces of Northern Thailand.
In an attempt to resolve the drought situation which has been brought on by the lack of rain, Northern Royal Rainmaking Center Director Song Klinprathum has met with academics and rainmaking officials to evaluate the weather condition in order to establish the target area for artificial rain distribution. The center aims to create more rain in order to increase moisture in the forests and agricultural terrains.
Meanwhile, pumping stations have been established in certain areas facing a shortage of water in order to alleviate the drought situation and distribute water in the areas where local residents rely mainly on farming and livestock for a living.
On the other hand, some areas are currently facing rainstorms, hail and gusty wind, which have caused severe damage to a number of homes. Strong wind has been predicted for this year as a result of the heat waves happening across the world at present.
