Monday, August 10, 2026

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Oman’s North Al Batinah Municipality clarifies impact on Sohar green spaces after water supply disruption

Several green spaces and landscaping projects in Oman’s Wilayat of Sohar have been affected by a shortage of treated irrigation water following an emergency technical malfunction in the main supply network, North Al Batinah Municipality said.

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Monday, August 10, 2026

MUSCAT – The municipality said the disruption coincided with high temperatures and affected green spaces and tree-planting works at several locations across Sohar.
An emergency plan was activated immediately after the malfunction, with the municipality arranging water tankers to support irrigation in affected areas and limit the impact on vegetation.
In coordination with Nama Water Services Company, the technical fault has now been repaired, according to the municipality. Pumping water to the main reservoirs is scheduled to begin today, paving the way for the irrigation network to resume normal operations.
The municipality said it would intensify irrigation efforts in the coming period and closely monitor affected sites.
It will also take the necessary measures to rehabilitate damaged areas and restore their aesthetic appearance.

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