Chachoengsao:The Royal Irrigation Department is intensifying its flood relief efforts by deploying additional machinery to expedite water management and alleviate the suffering of affected communities. Pumping operations will continue until the water fully recedes.
According to Thai News Agency, the Coordination Center for Water Management in Crisis Situations 2026 is actively responding to requests from agencies and the public in flood-affected areas. The center is working urgently to supply machinery, equipment, and personnel aimed at improving drainage efficiency and reducing the impact on residents.
In Chachoengsao Province, twenty electric water pumps have been deployed, with installations in Khlong Preng, Khlong Preng-Chuad Phrao, and Khlong Udom Chonlachon to enhance drainage. Inspections have been coordinated for the water pumps at the Phraya Wisut pumping station in Song Khlong Subdistrict and the Khlong Suai sluice gate to ensure they function effectively. Additional support facilities, such as public restrooms and ramps, are being provided in areas like Wat Bang Rong and Wat Pracham Rang to ease the public's difficulties.
In Bangkok, water pumps have been installed at the College of Fine Arts in Lat Krabang District to aid in water drainage. Efforts are also underway to address pumping issues at Nong Chok Police Station and Nong Chok Market to develop effective water management strategies.
Nakhon Pathom Province is seeing coordination for flood prevention operations at several flood barrier locations, including irrigation canals and sluice gates in Nakhon Chai Si, to mitigate flood risks.
In Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, support is being organized for water pumps at the sluice gate at the end of the Lopburi River in Bang Nang Ra Subdistrict, Bang Pahan District, to enhance drainage efficiency.
The Coordination Center remains dedicated to monitoring all assistance requests and coordinating with various sectors to provide timely and targeted relief. Those experiencing water-related issues and requiring support are encouraged to contact the Coordination Center for Water Management in Crisis Situations 2026.