Local reports said many of the water reserves on Koh Samui – such as the Phru Na Mueang and Phru Krajud reservoirs along with the Hin Lat waterfall – have seen a drop in their water levels, aggravating the crisis. According to local estimates, the remaining water is sufficient only for the next 30 days.
As a result, the holiday paradise is also seeing tourist numbers dwindle. According to reports, taps in resorts on the island are starting to run dry, but the authorities are reported to be working to fix the situation.
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