That volume was 10,229 cubic metres more than they held at the same time last year, he said. It is expected to dissipate by tomorrow, but rainfall is likely to be widespread, with “heavy” and “very heavy” downpours in some isolated areas. The latest moves come after storm Talas last week damaged 14,000 rai of rice fields in the northeastern province. Heavy rains continued yesterday due to Sonca’s influence and a large volume of water poured into 18 reservoirs in Kalasin 10 to make room for the expected deluge. Authorities have assessed rice field compensation to farmers at Bt1,113 per rai up to 30 rai per case, he added.

Source: The Nation Bangkok July 26, 2017 18:00 UTC