‘Super El Nino’ threatens Thailand with historic drought, heatwaves over 45 deg C ( 113 F ) . Reservoir levels at major dams and natural water basins are dropping at an alarming rate, threatening the supply of drinking water and agricultural irrigation.

Government agencies have placed Thailand under maximum environmental alert, warning that an intense “Super El Nino” phenomenon is set to trigger record-breaking heatwaves exceeding 45 deg C alongside the most severe drought in the country’s recorded history.

Meteorological and water management authorities issued critical joint declarations on May 25, confirming that the country is entering an unprecedented dry spell.

The shifts are expected to disrupt agriculture, strain the national energy grid and trigger severe public health hazards over the coming months.