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Prasae Dam Overflows; Authorities Warn of Major Water Release
Prasae Reservoir in Rayong has exceeded maximum capacity at 112 percent full, forcing authorities to open spillway gates and release 24 million cubic meters of water daily, threatening communities downstream in Klaeng district.
Rayong Reservoir Facing Imminent Collapse, Mass Evacuation Ordered
Authorities in Rayong ordered immediate evacuation as the Khao Chuk Dam faces imminent collapse with damaged spillway structures, threatening multiple subdistricts in Kaeng and Khao Chamao districts.
Heavy Flooding Overwhelms Bangkok and Central Thailand
Severe flooding from sustained heavy rains has inundated Bangkok and central Thailand since late September, with all 50 Bangkok districts declared disaster zones as drainage systems became overwhelmed and water management fell short of gove
Cabinet Launches 14-Point Flood Response Plan
The Thai Cabinet approved 14 emergency measures to combat widespread flooding affecting 50 Bangkok districts and 25 provinces, coordinating water monitoring, evacuation support, and dam management across agencies.
Thai Military Mobilizes to Combat Severe Flooding Crisis
The Thai Armed Forces deployed personnel nationwide on September 27 to combat severe flooding, filling sandbags to create barriers and relocating critical medical equipment from affected hospitals to prevent damage.
Environment Minister Takes Command of Sakaeo Flood Relief
Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin mobilized full rescue operations in Sakaeo province after heavy rains triggered widespread flooding beginning September 21, ordering 24-hour monitoring and deploying boats, vehicles, and personnel to ev
Prison Seeks Boats to Evacuate 350 Inmates in 1.5-Meter Flood
Kabinburi Prison in Prachuap Buri province is seeking boats to evacuate 350 inmates stranded by 1.5-meter floodwaters from a flash flood that has inundated all 14 subdistricts in the area.
Taekwondo Coach's Cars Submerged as Floods Ravage Sports Complex
A taekwondo coach's two vehicles were among cars completely submerged in severe flooding at Thailand's Sports Authority facility in Bangkok's Ramkhamhaeng area, forcing stranded athletes to use an inflatable pool as a makeshift boat to reac
Thai Railways Suspend Eastern Line Services Due to Flooding
Thai Railways suspended Eastern Line services on September 27 due to heavy rain and track flooding across multiple route segments, canceling ten trains and offering refunds for affected passengers.
PM Orders Nationwide Flood Response, Advances Major Water Management Project
Prime Minister Anuthin Charnweerakul cut short his international trip to oversee flood response efforts nationwide, deploying machinery and relief teams while coordinating evacuation shelters across Bangkok and affected provinces.
Bangkok Housing Estate Cut Off by Flooding, Residents Plead for Aid
Residents of Bangkok's Rom Klao housing estate are cut off by flooding with no electricity, water, or food since late September, desperately seeking aid.
Suvarnabhumi Blames Thai Airways Staff Shortage For Baggage Delays
Bangkok flooding prevented Thai Airways ground staff from reaching Suvarnabhumi Airport on September 26-27, causing flight delays and baggage backlogs that the airport is now working to resolve.