21.  The Euphrates is a major water source for Iraq and Syria.

22.  The Yangtze and its tributaries and major fresh water lakes in the area also were also still high following heavy rains earlier in the month.

23.  There are no major water reservoirs nearby, making danger of drinking water contamination unlikely, Vlasov said.

24.  This follows the improved performance of most of the major water treatment plants.

25.  In September this year, at the request of President Nakamura, Taiwan helped Palau replace a major water pipeline on one of the Palauian islands.

26.  Awad said that power would still be made available to government offices, major water pumping stations, factories and flour mills during the daytime.

27.  The head of a major French water company, who was charged with corruption last month, has been placed under court supervision, sources said Tuesday.