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Warning: Chao Phraya River Basin Downstream of Chao Phraya Dam – Urgent Monitoring and Preparation for Water Situations

Warning to people on both sides of the Chao Phraya River downstream of the Chao Phraya Dam from Chainat Province to monitor Prepare to deal with water situations. After having to drain more water from the dam. Both the eastern and western sides of the Chao Phraya River Basin This is due to a mass of water flowing from the north. As for the northeastern region, the flood situation has begun to stabilize. and there is a trend of improvement in some areas Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department warned 30 provinces in the central, eastern and southern regions, including Bangkok and surrounding areas. There is heavy to very heavy rain. The seas in both the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman have high waves.

The Meteorological Department warns that there will still be rain in many areas this week. From the monsoon trough passing through on September 23, the northeastern region Still facing continuous flooding, for example in Nakhon Phanom Province the flood situation is starting to improve. Because the Mekong River has decreased It has a positive effect on the main tributaries, namely Lam Nam Kam, Lam Nam Bang, Lam Nam Oon, and Lam Nam Songkhram. Especially Lam Nam Kam that receives water from Nong Han, Sakon Nakhon Province, which is rushed to drain into the Nam Kam through the area of ​​Wang Yang District, Na Kae District, before being drained into the Mekong River at That Phanom District.

While in Kalasin Province there is still continuous rain. This causes the water in Lam Pao Dam to exceed its capacity. Recently, Mr. Samruay Inpitak, director of the Lam Pao Water Delivery and Maintenance Project, revealed that at the end of last week, the project was draining water at a rate of 7 million cubic meters per day, but the volume The water in the reservoir has no tendency to decrease. Therefore, it is necessary to increase the water drainage through the drainage building to 8.64 million cubic meters per day from 23 September onwards, which will cause the water level of the Nam Pao River at the back of the dam. There is a continuously rising level. But it is confirmed that there will be minimal impact on the area below.

As for Roi Et Province, there are 10 districts, 50 sub-districts, 341 villages affected by flooding, including the districts of Selaphum, Phon Thong, Meiwadi, Thung Khao Luang, Nong Phok, Pho Chai, Chiang Khwan, Thawatchaburi, At Samat, Phanom Phrai. 36,803 rai of agricultural land was flooded, and 6,245 farmer households were affected due to The level of the Chi River tends to increase. Meanwhile, the river level at Ban Tha Ngam, Selaphum District is 1.30 meters higher than the riverbank and the water mass will flow and meet with the Chi River at Ban Pho Tak, Na Ngam Subdistrict, Selaphum District. When checking at Ban Pho Tak, the address Near the confluence of the Yang and Chi rivers. There was a volume of water overflowing the banks and flooding people’s homes. Island-like condition Must use boats to travel around. There are 60 households out of 142 households affected since September 10th. And began to have problems with sanitation, foot rot. In the past, the Roi Et organization did good things. Collaborate with the disaster response team Relief bags have been brought in to help the people initially.

Ubon Ratchathani Province Reporters report on the level of water – dung. Late on September 23, the water delivery and maintenance project for the Chi and Lower Sebai river basins Irrigation Office No. 7, Ubon Ratchathani Province A red flag was raised at That Noi Dam, blocking the Chi River, because the water level exceeded the storage level of 87 million cubic meters. Representing 156 percent of the dam’s capacity. Ready to open all 8 flood gates to hasten the drainage of water from the area of ​​That Noi Subdistrict, Saha That Subdistrict, as well as nearby areas in Khueang Nai District to reduce the water level that floods rice fields and other agricultural areas. located on both sides of the river, amounting to tens of thousands of rai As well as at the M7 water level measuring station, Seri Prachakhom Bridge. Muang Ubon Ratchathani District has raised a red flag to warn people in the area that the water level has reached critical levels. Equipment must be moved to high places and evacuated from high-risk areas for safety. north part Lao Suea Kok District Trakan Phuetphon District Mass of water from Lam Sebok has flooded agricultural areas and some people’s homes Causing the water masses to begin surrounding Mueang Ubon Ratchathani District, the Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office In summary, the affected areas currently have a total of 8 districts, including Mueang Ubon Ratchathani District, Warin Chamrap District, Muang Sam Sip District, Det Udom District, Trakan Phuet Phuet District. Lao Suea Kok District, Don Mot Daeng District, and Khueang Nai District had a total of 134 households and 474 people who had to be evacuated. 26,017 rai of agricultural land was damaged.

Moreover, the same morning There is a fog phenomenon in many provinces. For example, in the area of ​​Phimai Historical Park, Phimai District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, fog covered the entire area, making it impossible to see the main prang of Prasat Hin Phimai. Including along the roads in Phimai Subdistrict Municipality The market area is bustling with thick fog and the health park area. Road around Sa Phleng Until you can’t see the vowels

Just like that Mueang Surin District Especially the area of ​​Nadi Subdistrict has thick fog since early morning. People using the route must drive and travel with caution. Due to visibility in some areas It is at a distance of about 30-50 meters. If you look at it from a high angle, the height is 80 meters. You will find fog covering a wide area around it, creating a sea of ​​mist.

As for the water situation in the Chao Phraya Basin area from Nakhon Sawan Province down, the reporter reported that There is still a trend of increasing continuously. After a mass of water from the upper part of the Chao Phraya Dam flowed down to join. Irrigation Office No. 12, Royal Irrigation Department, has increased water drainage through the Chao Phraya Dam, Sapphaya District, Chainat Province, including water drainage through the irrigation system. Granting the eastern and western sides of the Chao Phraya River Basin along with a warning to people living on both sides of the Chao Phraya River Downstream of the dam, from Chainat Province down, closely monitor and prepare to deal with the water situation.

For the southern region, where there has been continuous rain, it appears that in Phuket Province, there has been flooding in Patong Subdistrict, Kathu District, in addition to flooding. On the evening of September 22, there was an incident where 6 light poles fell on the Patong Beach-Karon Beach Road. Around the curve in front of Centara Karon Hotel, Karon Subdistrict, Mueang Phuket District Obstructed traffic and one passenger van was damaged, but no one was injured or killed. Later, officials from many agencies mobilized to clear the area for more than 3 hours and moved the broken electrical poles. and open for traffic as usual.

Satun Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department Announcement issued to warn people in Satun Province. Keep an eye on the situation of heavy rain and strong winds. Between 23-26 September, the district and related agencies will closely monitor the amount of rain in the area. Including monitoring areas at risk of heavy rain or areas of accumulated rain. This may cause flooding, especially caves, waterfalls, and caves. If there is a risk, please issue a warning and block the area immediately. For flooded areas, be careful of dangers from electrical leaks. If there is a risk, cut off the electricity immediately. At the same time, prepare both personnel and personnel. machinery and follow the incident response plan Be ready to help people 24 hours a day and avoid sailing in areas with thunderstorms. And small boats should refrain from leaving the shore during this period. If a disaster occurs in the area, you can request help at the 1784 hotline 24 hours a day.

The Meteorological Department reported that During this period until 28 September 2023, the monsoon trough lies across the lower central region including Bangkok and surrounding areas, the eastern region and the upper southern region. In addition, the southwest monsoon that covers the Andaman Sea, the southern region and the Gulf of Thailand will become stronger. causing Thailand to still have thunderstorms And there was heavy to very heavy rain in some places in the central region. including Bangkok Metropolis and surrounding areas, eastern and southern regions, most areas Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Suphanburi, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, Saraburi, Nakhon Pathom, Samut Sakhon, Samut Songkhram, Nakhon Nayok, Prachinburi, Sa Kaeo, Chachoengsao, Chonburi, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat, Phetchaburi, Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat, Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, Krabi. Trang, Satun, including Bangkok and surrounding areas May cause flash floods and flash floods. For wind waves in the Andaman Sea, there are waves 1-2 meters high. In areas with thunderstorms, waves are higher than 2 meters. And in the Gulf of Thailand, waves are about 1 meter high. In areas with thunderstorms, waves are higher than 2 meters. Boaters should sail. Be careful and avoid sailing in areas with thunderstorms throughout the period.

2023-09-23 22:10:00
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