The flood situation in the Phrae Region is improving.

Today (26 August 2024) at the Smart Water Operations Center (SWOC) meeting room, 99th Anniversary Building, ML. He chaired the meeting of the sub-committee to monitor and study water condition trends through the Video Conference system to Irrigation Offices 1-17 and related organizations. To monitor and analyze water conditions in reservoirs, water sources, and various main rivers to provide information for water management to be consistent and appropriate in all areas.

Currently (August 26, 2024) large and medium-sized reservoirs throughout the country The volume of water is approximately 46,418 million cubic meters (61% of the total capacity of the reservoirs). dams (Bhumibol Dam Sirikit Dam Kwai Noi Bamrung Daen Dam and Pasak Cholasit Dam) about 13,244 million cubic meters (53% of the combined reservoir capacity) and can also support more than 11,627 million cubic meters of water .

The water conditions in most of the main river basins are in normal condition. There is still some water in the Mae Yom Basin where the water level is still higher than the river bank. Therefore, we must continue to keep a close eye.

For the location of the floods in the upper northern region from the influence of the monsoon pool that crosses it. As a result, areas are affected in many areas, such as in Chiang Rai Province. Water-affected areas of the Ing River overflow and irrigate 7 districts, including Phaya Mengrai District, Chiang Saen District, Thoeng District, Wiang Chai District, Pa Daed District, Khun Tan District, and Muang District pouring water into the river At this time, the water level in the Mekong River is lower than the water level in the Ing River. Drainage is still good.

In the districts of Phayao and Phrae Gradually the amount of water from the Yom River has flowed into the low area. As a result, the water level in the area began to stabilize and tend to decrease. while the Sukhothai Region was still receiving masses of water from the upper levels, the amount of water began to rise continuously. into the old Yom River before being diverted for storage in the Thung Bang Rakam water retention area, Phitsanulok Province Currently, more than 10% of the water has been received into the area, or about 50 million cubic meter will be sent into the Nan River on several canal branches The Naresuan Dam has reduced the water drainage in front of the dam. To prepare to support the volume of water diverted from the Yom River.

Regarding the water situation in the Chao Phraya River Basin At this time, masses of water from the upper part have started to flow down. As a result, the water level tends to rise gradually. To be consistent with the amount of water in the upper part and the amount of water that falls in the area. To reduce the impact on people who live on both sides of the Chao Phraya River as much as possible.

The Department of Meteorology expects that At the end of this month to the beginning of next month Upper North Region North East, Central, and Upper East Regions There will be heavy to very heavy rain. Therefore, he has directed irrigation projects in the area to closely monitor the weather and irrigation conditions. Ready to consider lowering water in reservoirs and tributaries without affecting downstream areas. To prepare for an increase in water volume. including preparation of tools Risk point tools Ready to resolve the situation immediately. As well as uniting with relevant organizations to publish the water situation and inform the public continuously and in detail. To help minimize the impact on the people as much as possible according to government policy.