Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya:Bang Bal Residents in Bang Bal District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, are facing severe flooding as water levels have reached the second floor of many houses. Families have been forced to relocate, setting up tents along roadsides to escape the heat and protect their belongings. They are using boats to access temporary toilets due to unusable sanitation facilities.
According to Thai News Agency, the flood situation remains critical despite a reduction in water discharge from the Chao Phraya Dam to 2,100 cubic meters per second. Low-lying areas, particularly in Bang Luang Doi Subdistrict, are experiencing flooding up to 2.5 meters deep. The community's infrastructure, including water supply systems, has been severely affected, and residents are struggling with extreme heat.
Many are urging authorities to provide essential services like clean drinking water and sanitation, as the sudden flood left them with little time to prepare. They have been enduring these conditions for nearly a month.
In Chai Nat province, there are signs of improvement. The water flow through Nakhon Sawan province has decreased, and the Chao Phraya Dam has further reduced its discharge rate. However, residents remain cautious due to heavy rain forecasts and potential subsequent flooding. They are also discussing government compensation, hoping for an increase to help cover post-flood expenses.
In Ang Thong province, which has six affected districts, over 2,200 households are impacted. The water level at the Ang Thong Provincial Hall has slightly decreased, but downstream areas remain inundated.
Amid these challenges, Patcharapol Sawangduen, a barber from Ang Thong, has adapted by setting up a temporary shop in a flood victim shelter, providing services to the community and maintaining his livelihood despite the adversity.