Chao Phraya Dam drainage reduction to cope with rising sea water, southwest, watch out for flooding, Lamphun, watch out for high water.

“Jirayu” reports that the NCPO has reduced the water drainage of the Chao Phraya Dam to prepare for the rise of the sea and has warned 16 districts in the western and southern regions. Beware of flash floods. Insisting that people live normal lives. Mueang Nga Sub-District Municipality, Lamphun Province, beware of the high water and are ready to accelerate drainage into the Kuang River.

On October 10, 2024 at 12:00 p.m., Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesperson for the Operation Center for Flood, Windstorm, and Mudslide Victims (CDC), appeared as the warning was issued for low-lying areas along the Chao River Phraya. . Watch out for high sea levels through October 13-24, along with current lows. And the area outside the embankment began to be affected by the drainage of the Chao Phraya Dam at a rate of 2,200 cubic meters / second, causing concern when the sea level rose. It will increase the situation in low-lying areas along the Chao Phraya River. The NCPO has emphasized water management planning for the entire system. This caused the water level above the Chao Phraya Dam to begin to slow down. Reducing water drainage from the Chao Phraya Dam starting tonight at 3:00 pm will help reduce water drainage in low-lying areas along the Chao Phraya River. Along the Bang Ban Canal, Pong Pheng, Noi River, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province and reduce risk in areas outside the dike in the areas of Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, and Bangkok.

Mr. Jirayu said that although there are 16 districts in the western and southern regions Among those who have to watch for flash floods and water overflowing their banks are Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan , Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, Surat Thani, Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Trang, Satun, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani , Yala and Narathiwat. Ready to prepare machines Water pushing machines, with a total of 1,100 units, are ready for immediate assistance.

Mr. Jirayu disclosed that Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense As Director of the NCPO, she appointed Ms. Teerarat Samretwanit, Deputy Minister of the Interior, as Chairman of the NCCC Front, and Gen. Natthaphon Nakphanit, Deputy Minister of Defence, Adviser to the NCPO The front section has been in the area to Continue the progress of the restoration of Mae Sai District and Mueang District, Chiang Rai Province At this time, they have used tools to applied to help pick up mud and clean houses. Ready to restore public spaces and travel routes. Everything is progressing as planned, which is expected by the end of this month. The people of Chiang Rai will be able to return to their normal lives and move forward with the economy again. Regarding the Mae Sai District area, 1 point has been completed, which is Piyaphon Village. But there are still some areas where there are restrictions on work, such as Hua Weir, Sailom Choi, Koh Sai, and Mai Lung Khan We have asked responsible organizations to inform us about the restrictions so that they can help to restore those areas.

NCPO is warning Mueang Nga Sub-District, Lamphun Province, to be aware of high water and prepare for accelerated drainage into the Kuang River.

Later at 5:05 pm, Mr Jirayu revealed that the NCPO has been following the flood situation in Lamphun Division. It was found that there was still flooding in the Mueang Lamphun District area. Especially at Mueang Nga Sub-District. which is an area to get water next to Umong Subdistrict and Nong Chang Kuen Subdistrict. before it flowed into the Kuang River branch canal The Royal Irrigation Department has moved to install water pumps at various locations. and opened the floodgates at the Ping-Ao mine to speed up drainage. Minimize the impact on people as much as possible. They asked to keep a close eye on the water situation. Especially vulnerable groups You should lift things up high and move your vehicle to a high surface. The water level in the area of ​​Umong Subdistrict and Nong Chang Kuen Subdistrict decreased gradually and the amount of water continued to flow to the area of ​​Mueang Nga Subdistrict which needs to be monitored because it is a water receiving area there which has accelerated water drainage from the area There are also 20 Navy water pushers at Chaloem Phrakiat Bridge in 1997, Pa Sang District, the connection point to Doi Lor District, Chiang Mai Province, which is the downstream area . to drain water into the Ping River

Mr. Jirayu said, while Mr. Suriya So, Rungruangkit Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport I went to Nong Chang Kuen Sub-District Health Promotion Hospital, Mueang Lamphun District, to give encouragement and give relief bags. relieve suffering Ensure that all departments are mobilizing their full support. and the Prime Minister expressed his concern Please give me strength to go through this event. The government has measures to help, including changing the criteria for paying an interest rate of 9,000 baht per household, and 10,000 baht per house for cleaning mud from flooded houses, etc.