August 28 – According to the Meteorological Department’s announcement No. 3 (228/2566) on heavy to very heavy rain in Thailand. and strong wind waves in the upper Andaman Sea and the upper Gulf of Thailand In effect from August 29 to September 3, 2023, Thailand will have more rain and heavy rain in many areas. with some heavy rain by covering the area Bangkok and its vicinity ask people in the area to be careful of the danger of heavy to very heavy rain and accumulated rain. Including increasing caution when traveling through areas with thunderstorms.
Mr. Komkrit Sakrik, MEA’s Corporate Communications Director or Metropolitan Electricity Authority, said that the MEA, as an agency under the Ministry of Interior, Take care of the electricity distribution system in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samutprakarn areas. People are concerned about the dangers of thunderstorms that will occur. It is advisable to inspect the billboard structure to be in a strong, stable and safe condition. And check the distance of the billboard to the electric wire more because it may affect the electrical system, causing a power outage. and asked people to stay away from billboards. Big trees and weak structures near power lines. Because the branches may be broken from strong winds and draped over the poles. or the power line is broken Danger to life and property It is also recommended that people inspect electrical equipment if it is damaged, speed up repairs. and explore the trees planted in their own homes Keep the branches at a safe level, not disconnecting the power line, as this can cause a power outage.
However, if the public sees the MEA’s electrical wires or electrical equipment damaged or in an unsafe condition MEA officers can be notified in every district, including via MEA’s official social media channels 24 hours a day, including Facebook: MEA Metropolitan Electricity Authority, Line: MEA Connect (@MEAthailand), Twitter: @mea_news, or report a power outage. Via MEA Smart Life Application, free download for both iOS and Android systems at App Store or Play Store .
Source: Thai News Agency