Bangkok: 10 provinces are warned to monitor rising water levels in the Chao Phraya River. Provincial officials are instructed to monitor the situation and coordinate with local authorities and the private sector to prepare for the situation in advance. 24-hour warnings are also provided to the public.

According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikan Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, revealed that the government has assigned the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) to coordinate with 10 central provinces: Uthai Thani, Chainat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Lop Buri, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, and Bangkok. They will monitor rising water levels in the Chao Phraya River starting September 5, 2025. Officials will be assigned to closely monitor the water situation, particularly in low-lying areas outside the embankments. Public relations will also be issued to alert relevant agencies, the private sector operating in the river, residents living along both banks of the Chao Phraya River, and low-lying riverside areas to monitor water levels and prepare for flooding. Provinces will also be notified to coordinate with local authorities and relevant agencies to inspect embankments, prepare disaster relief equipment, and provide emergency response equ
ipment and machinery. Officials will monitor the situation and prepare for 24-hour emergency assistance operations.

The Royal Irrigation Department has forecast water flow rates for the next one to nine days at Station C.2 in Mueang Nakhon Sawan District, Nakhon Sawan Province, of approximately 1,900-2,300 cubic meters per second. The Sakae Krang River and its tributaries are also expected to reach approximately 100 cubic meters per second. This will bring the water flow upstream of the Chao Phraya Dam to between 2,000-2,400 cubic meters per second, and the irrigation system to both banks at a rate of 350-400 cubic meters per second. Therefore, it is necessary to discharge water through the Chao Phraya Dam at a rate of between 1,500-2,000 cubic meters per second. This will raise the water level by approximately 0.30-1.10 meters from the current level in low-lying areas outside the embankments around Khlong Phong Pheng in Ang Thong Province, Khlong Bang Ban in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, and in Tambon Hua Wiang in Sena District, Tambon Lat Chit in Tha Din Daeng in Phak Hai District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
(Mae Nam Noi).

The Central Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command (CDMC) has coordinated with 10 central provinces-Uthai Thani, Chainat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Lop Buri, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, and Bangkok-to closely monitor the water situation, particularly in low-lying areas outside the embankments. The command has also issued warnings to relevant agencies and the private sector operating on the river, including those involved in construction of embankments, restaurants, and public ferry piers. Residents living along the riverbanks and in low-lying areas along the river are also advised to monitor rising water levels and prepare for the situation, including moving belongings to higher ground to avoid flooding.

In addition, we have coordinated with local administrative organizations and relevant agencies in the area to inspect the strength of water barriers and flood protection lines to prevent water levels from overflowing. We have also prepared disaster relief equipment and machinery to ensure 24-hour emergency response operations.

The government is concerned about residents living along both banks of the river and in low-lying riverside areas. They urge people to closely monitor official news updates, strictly follow recommendations, and prepare for potential disasters. If you experience a disaster and need assistance, you can report it and request assistance via the “DDPM Disaster Report 1784” Line account by adding the Line ID @1784DDPM or the 1784 safety hotline, available 24/7. Additionally, the public can monitor disaster alerts via the “THAI DISASTER ALERT” application anytime, anywhere.