

Palau begins water rationing
Koror- As reservoir levels drop, water restrictions for the most populous states of Palau- Koror and Airai, will be implemented starting Monday evening. Ngerimel Reservoir in Palau, one of the main water sources is down to 13ft from the overflow at 23ft. (Photo supplied) Palau is experiencing a dry season— amid high tourism season — with little rain for the past three months. The increased water use is also being attributed to the water levels decreasing. Koror and Airai ha


Tropical storm approaches Palau
Tropical storm has been located 150 miles east-southeast of Palau, moving west at 29 mph., according to the National Emergency Management Office (NEMO) this morning. The advisory stated that current position of the storm to pass south of Koror this afternoon. Heavy rain, isolated thunderstorms and windier conditions about 25-30 mph w/ wind gust up to 50 mph expected this afternoon to evening. Sea & surf conditions may be hazardous. According to Relief Web, new Tropical Cycl