Emergency irrigation efforts have successfully reached all drought-affected rice fields in Battambang province, Cambodia. Water released from the Battambang Multipurpose Reservoir (Sek Sak) is providing crucial support to farmers. Battambang was identified as the province most severely impacted by the ongoing drought, attributed to the El Niño weather pattern. The intervention, overseen by Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology Thor Chetha, aims to mitigate crop losses and ensure food security. This marks a significant step in addressing the challenges faced by local agricultural communities. The timely release of water offers hope for salvaging the current rice-growing season and lessening the economic impact of the dry spell. Officials are continuing to monitor the situation and assess further needs.