Sarawak begins third cloud seeding operation, targets Batang Ai first
KUCHING: Sarawak's third cloud seeding operation began today, targeting the Batang Ai dam area in Sri Aman first.
Sarawak has initiated its third cloud seeding operation, targeting the Batang Ai dam area in Sri Aman first, with the aim of increasing water storage levels and reducing the impact of haze amid hot and dry weather conditions. The operation, scheduled to run until September 5, is a joint effort by several agencies and will extend to Murum and Bakun in Belaga.
The main objective is to increase water levels at three hydroelectric dams and 13 water catchment areas in five divisions in Sarawak to ensure an adequate water supply for the people. The state government has also requested the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) to continue cloud seeding operations on September 6 and 7 if weather conditions and cloud formations are suitable.
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