New wells to pump 4mcm of water this summer

Minister of Water and Irrigation Mohammad Najjar on Tuesday checked on the Water Authority’s scheme to drill 12 wells in the Jordan Valley to provide 4 million cubic meters of water this summer. During a visit to the site, he said the drawn water, which will be pumped through King Abdullah Canal for drinking purposes, will have a tangible effect on the water supply across all regions. The construction of one well has been finished and is now pumping 100 cubic meters/ hour, according to the minister

Source: Jordan News Agency