Bangkok, Aug. 10 – Director General of Royal Irrigation Department Ordering irrigation projects across the country ready for the situation of overflowing banks flash flood And wild water flowing from heavy rains August 12-18, especially risky areas 16 provinces must be especially careful, while 8 provinces along the Mekong River must watch out for rising water levels and may overflow banks in some areas, especially Nakhon Phanom province reaffirms all agencies ready to help people
Mr. Praphit Chanma, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, said Ordered irrigation projects across the country to monitor the water situation from heavy rain during August 12-18, this is due to the moderate monsoon trough that lies across the upper part of Thailand. enters a low pressure cell in upper Vietnam In addition, the southwest monsoon is stronger. Causing Thailand to have more rain which will cause heavy rain in some places in the north northeastern, eastern and southern regions according to the forecasts of the Meteorological Department and according to the announcement of the National Water Administration
According to the rainfall estimate, it was found that the area was at risk of overflowing the banks. flash flood and Nam Pa Lai Lai. There are 61 districts in 16 provinces, consisting of
1. Northern region, including
– Chiang Rai Province (Mae Chan District, Mae Sai and Mae Fah Luang)
– Chiang Mai Province (Omkoi District)
– Tak Province (Tha Song Yang District, Mae Sot, Mae Ramat and Umphang)
– Nan Province (Mueang Nan District, Bo Kluea, Pua, Chiang Klang, Thung Chang, Chaloem Phrakiat and Song Khwae), especially Nan Province, which is currently flooded in the Wiang Sa District area. Tha Wang Pha District and Mae Charim District The water level will tend to increase further.
2. Northeastern region, namely
– Nong Khai Province (Mueang Nong Khai District, Fao Rai, Phon Phisai and Rattanawapi)
– Bueng Kan Province (Amphoe Mueang Bueng Kan, Pak Khat, Bung Khla, Seka, Sri Wilai, Porn Charoen, So Phisai and Bueng Khong Long)
– Nakhon Phanom Province (Mueang Nakhon Phanom District, Tha Uthen, Si Songkhram, Ban Phaeng, Na Thom and Phonsawan)
– Sakon Nakhon Province (Amphoe Ban Muang and weather assistance)
3. The eastern region is
– Rayong Province (Khao Chamao District, Ban Khai, Klaeng and Ban Chang)
– Chanthaburi Province (Mueang Chanthaburi District, Khlung, Khao Khitchakut and Tha Mai)
– Trat Province (Mueang Trat District, Khlong Yai, Bo Rai, Laem Ngop, Khao Saming, Koh Kood and Koh Chang)
4. Southern region, namely
– Ranong Province (Mueang Ranong District, Kapoe and Kraburi)
– Phang Nga Province (Kuraburi District and Thai Mueang)
– Phuket (Mueang Phuket, Kathu and Thalang Districts)
– Satun Province (Langu District)
– Trang Province (Kantang, Sikao and Palian Districts)
Therefore ordered to be prepared to implement the plan to deal with the flood situation. The areas that need to be especially careful are Areas with reports of flooding in 6 provinces, consisting of Northern region includes Tak and Nan provinces Northeastern region, including Amnat Charoen, Nakhon Phanom, Udon Thani and Ubon Ratchathani
Mr. Praphit said Instructs all irrigation projects to closely monitor the water situation. Check the condition of the irrigation building. and arrange staff stationed in risky areas If there is a case of heavy rain or gusts of wind that affect irrigation buildings and government property to take action to remedy the situation as soon as possible manage water in the area appropriately and in accordance with the situation Preparing machinery, tools, backhoes/excavators, trailers, mobile water pumps water pushers in risky areas to be able to help immediately
At the same time, it is emphasized to collect as much water from the rain as possible, which will increase the amount of water in the reservoir, which is beneficial to the overall water situation. coupled with elaborate water management to have sufficient reserves of water for use until the dry season
Mr. Praphit said Ordered irrigation projects in 8 provinces along the Mekong River to closely monitor the water situation according to the committee. issued a warning notice due to Heavy rainfall accumulated in the lower Mekong Basin and Bolikhamxai Province. Lao People's Democratic Republic Causing the water level of the Mekong River to rise continuously In addition, the low pressure cell covers upper Vietnam and southern China. Causing Thailand, especially the northern and upper northeastern regions, to have heavy to very heavy rainfall As a result, the water level in the lower Mekong province There is a tendency to increase continuously during August 10-15, including Chiang Rai, Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen and Ubon Ratchathani.
For a special surveillance point is in the area of Nakhon Phanom Province At present, the water level is 2.50 meters below the bank level, the water level is expected to increase by 2.50 – 3.50 meters and the water level is expected to overflow the bank during August 11 – 15.
part at Chiang Saen Station Chiang Rai Province, the water level will rise about 0.40 - 0.60 meters. Chiang Khan Station, Loei Province, the water level is expected to rise about 2.00 - 2.50 meters. Nong Khai Station, Nong Khai Province. The water level is expected to increase by 2.50 – 3.50 meters. Mukdahan Station Mukdahan Province and Khong Chiam Station Ubon Ratchathani Province The water level is expected to increase by 1.00 – 1.50 meters.
The Royal Irrigation Department is preparing for situations that may affect areas in the 2nd, 5th and 7th Irrigation Office Areas that are adjacent to the Mekong River. Be vigilant and monitor the water situation closely. by arranging staff stationed in risky areas Check the irrigation building to be ready for use. manage water in the area appropriately and in accordance with the situation and prepare machinery, tools, backhoes/excavators, trailers, mobile water pumps water pushers in risky areas to be able to bring help in a timely manner Including removing obstructions in the water to increase drainage efficiency.
along with integration with the provincial governor Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation security department and related agencies, public relations, alert people living along the Mekong River to be continuously aware of the situation and prepare to help people immediately. If the situation arises.-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency