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Water Resource Development Project Launched in Songkhla
The Department of Water Resources has initiated a project to expand the Saku peat swamp in Songkhla, aiming to increase local water storage capacity fivefold.
On August 31, 2026, the Department of Water Resources announced that Suchart Tancharoen visited Songkhla province to oversee the development of the Saku peat swamp. The primary objective of this initiative is to significantly enhance the area's water storage capacity, with officials targeting a fivefold increase in available water resources.
For residents and those living in the vicinity, this project is intended to bolster water security, particularly for local agricultural and community livelihoods that rely on consistent water access. By expanding the capacity of the peat swamp, the department aims to mitigate water shortages and stabilize the local ecosystem.
While the project is currently underway, several details remain to be confirmed. Specifically, the timeline for the completion of the expansion works and the total budget allocated for the development have not been publicly disclosed. Furthermore, while the project aims to improve water security, the long-term environmental impact of modifying the peat swamp ecosystem remains a subject for ongoing monitoring by relevant authorities. Residents are encouraged to follow official updates from the Department of Water Resources for further information regarding the project's progress and potential impacts on local land use.