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Red alert: risk of flooding for Bangkok and 10 provinces!
Bangkok and ten surrounding provinces face flood risks as the water discharge from the Chao Phraya Dam has increased.
Red alert: risk of flooding for Bangkok and 10 provinces!
Alert is rising in Bangkok and other parts of Thailand as the Chao Phraya Dam's discharge rate was increased from 2,500 to 2,700 cubic meters per second today. This measure will lead to a significant increase in water levels in low areas, which can be up to 0.9 meters. It should not be underestimated: The Nation Thailand reports that this poses a major threat, especially to low-lying regions outside the flood protection systems.
Areas particularly affected include the Phong Pheng Canal in Ang Thong and the Bang Ban Canal as well as areas along the Noi River in Ayutthaya. Districts in Sing Buri and Ang Thong, including Mueang, In Buri and Prom Buri, are also on the list of vulnerable places. The warnings also apply to Chaiyo and Pa Mok in Ang Thong and Sapphaya District in Chainat.
Caution is advised
The relevant authorities, including the DDPM (Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation), are currently coordinating with the administrations of Bangkok and ten other provinces to closely monitor the situation. Large private businesses along the river, such as pier and float restaurants, were also warned of the impending flood levels. Residents are asked to move their valuable possessions to higher ground and to consult with local authorities regularly.
Flood protection systems must be checked and their functionality must be guaranteed around the clock. Affected residents can contact the 24-hour hotline 1784 if they have any questions or need support.
A nationwide problem
The Strait Times informs that warnings of possible flooding are not just for Bangkok. Other affected provinces include Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Ayutthaya, Suphanburi, Lopburi, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan. Thailand's geographical vulnerability to flooding is no coincidence; According to a survey by Thailand Tip, Thailand is one of the top four countries in the world with the highest risk of flooding. The intense monsoon rains and the geographical conditions promote this problem.
Since mid-2024, Thailand has suffered the effects of persistent rainfall, particularly in the north and parts of the south. The amount of rain has increased by five percent above the annual average, which is already noticeable in various floods. With 800 to 900 mm of rainfall forecast for the central region, many areas in Bangkok and surrounding areas are in acute danger. The economic impact is also not negligible: estimates show that agricultural land and production losses of up to 46.5 billion baht are expected.
The situation remains tense and the authorities and the population are called upon to remain vigilant and prepare as best as possible for the challenges posed by this force of nature. Supporting affected communities will play a key role in mitigating the impact of the upcoming floods.