The Deputy Governor of Nonthaburi has urgently warned 30 communities at risk of flooding due to the Chao Phraya Dam’s decision to increase water discharge starting September 28, 2024. This announcement was made following continued heavy rainfall in the upper regions which has raised water levels upstream.
On September 26, 2024, Deputy Governor Apichai Aramsri communicated the urgency of the situation to relevant agencies due to the forecasted increase in water flow, projecting rates of 2,000-2,100 cubic meters per second over the next week at the measurement station in Nakhon Sawan. Current release from the dam is at 1,600 cubic meters per second, and levels may rise by an additional 1.00-1.50 meters if inflows worsen.
In preparation for potential flood impacts, the provincial disaster prevention authorities advised residents living along the Chao Phraya River and its tributaries, particularly in areas outside of flood defenses, to remain vigilant. Current water flow is measured at 1,286 cubic meters per second in Ayutthaya, and individuals are urged to monitor updates and report emergencies 24/7.
The authorities have identified 30 vulnerable communities along the riverbanks likely to be affected by rising water levels. These communities are at risk of overflowing from the banks, and detailed information has been provided regarding their locations.
1. Wat Khangkhao Community, Moo 4
2. Riverside Thai Ith Community, Moo 8
3. Mosque Thai Ith Community, Moo 10
4. Bangphumi Canal Community, Moo 5, Khlong Phra Udom
5. Wat Sai Mae Community (North)
6. Wat Sai Mae Community (South)
7. Wat Chalermprakiat Community
8. Wat Amaret Community
9. Ko Kret Community
10. Wat Khaen Nok Community
11. Wat Salari Community
12. Wat Khangkhao Community, Moo 4
13. Wat Phothong Bon Community
14. Wat Saluk Nua Community
15. Wat Jaeng Siriphan Community
16. Behind Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Hospital Community
17. Nonthaburi Pier Community
18. Thep Prathan Village Community
19. Wat Ku Community
20. Wat Bo Community
21. Wat Sanam Nua Community
22. Wat Klang Kret Community
23. Wat Saengsiri Community
24. Riverside Thai Ith Communities, Moo 4, 5, 6, and 7
25. Wat Tamnak Tai Community
26. Wat Tha Bang Si Thong Community
27. Wat Chalo Community
28. Wat Ket Prayong Lek Community
29. Wat Pikul Thong Community
30. Wat Yai Sawang Arom Community
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
