A government spokesperson revealed that the NCPO has asked for provinces downstream of the Chao Phraya Dam. Still watching for rising sea water from 13-24 Oct.
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A government spokesperson revealed that the NCPO has asked for provinces downstream of the Chao Phraya Dam. Still watching for rising sea water from 13-24 Oct. It is expected that all water in Lamphun Province will be able to be drained by 15 Oct. while Mae Sai improves. Sailom Joy Market is now easy to walk in and out of. The Minister of Tourism plans to propose to the Cabinet this week to find short-medium-long term relief measures.
On October 11, 2024 at 12.00 noon, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office As a spokesperson for the Operations Center for Assistance to Flood, Storm, and Mudslide Victims (CDC), he revealed that from water management to reduce impacts on people in the area downstream of the Chao Phraya Dam, at 12:00 noon on October 11, water drainage was further reduced. This caused the flooding situation in Sing Buri Province and some areas in Ang Thong Province to be better resolved. But during October 13-24, provinces downstream from the dam, from Chainat Province down, such as Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, Bangkok and Samut Prakan. It is also necessary to monitor water levels that may inundate communities outside the dike lines. and where there is no defense line which the NCPO has ordered to monitor and warn areas affected by rising sea waters
As for progress in helping people in the northern region affected by the Ping River After the mass of water moved from Chiang Mai Province to Lamphun Province, causing high flood levels. In some places there was water stagnation to the point that people and farmers began to be affected by the water that was beginning to spoil. The Center for Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has ordered the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DPWH) along with the Royal Irrigation Department. Mobilize the water pump Machines push water into additional areas at Ban Sop Pa, Rim Ping Subdistrict, and Ban Pa Phai. Nong Chang Khuen Subdistrict is expected to take 3 days for both areas to return to normal. While the bridge crosses the Ping River Chaloem Phrakiat Bridge 1997, the connecting point of Pa Sang District, Lamphun Province, and Doi Lor District, Chiang Mai Province, and Sri Bunyuen Bridge, Mueang District, Lamphun Province, from requesting support for personnel and water-pushing boats from the Royal Thai Army, both points have been operated to accelerate drainage. Mueang Nga Subdistrict, Mueang District. It is expected that by October 15, water will be drained from the area. All of Lamphun Province
Mr. Jirayu said that as for the rehabilitation of the area in Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai Province, the main obstacle is the removal of residual mud. from the division of areas of responsibility Everything is now moving forward as planned. In particular, Sailom Joy Market has mobilized to clear out the mud so that it is more convenient to walk in and out. It will make it possible to clean people’s homes more quickly, while Ms. Theerarat Samretwanit, Deputy Minister of Interior, in her capacity as president of the Front Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission, went to the area of Ban Huai Sai Khao, Village No. 3, Mae Yao Subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Rai District. To listen to a report summarizing the flood situation in Mae Yao Subdistrict, then meet with the public to present scholarships. Providing high pressure water sprayers and provide consumer goods to alleviate suffering
The Prime Minister is preparing to sit at the table and follow the progress of flood relief efforts.
Mr. Jirayu also said that on Tuesday, October 15 at 3:00 p.m., there will be a meeting of the Flood, Windstorm, and Mudslide Situation Steering and Management Committee (COS), with Ms. Paethongthan Shinawatra. The Prime Minister is the chairman to follow up and listen to the progress of the work of the NCPO and the NCCC in resolving the flood situation. Restoration of disaster areas Assistance and relief for affected people and obstacles in work
“The Prime Minister is very concerned about the people affected by this flood. Whether traveling on missions abroad I have followed the work of Minister and officials in helping the people As well as sending encouragement to disaster victims in every area. And next Tuesday The Prime Minister will also listen to the progress of the work. C.P.C. and C.P.C. Front Including related agencies themselves To speed up assistance and relief to the people as quickly as possible,” Mr. Jirayu said.
The Tourism Minister plans to consult the Cabinet this week to find short-medium-long term relief measures.
Mr. Sorawong Thianthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports along with the executive team Assistant Minister Advisors to the Minister, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Governor of TAT, etc., joined in inspecting places affected by the floods in Chiang Mai. Especially tourist attractions, hotels and ancient sites in order to bring about problems. Suggestions from entrepreneurs Entering the process of finding relief measures in the short, medium and long term, which is expected to be brought to the Cabinet within the next week. It is also expected that there will be a traveling Cabinet in Chiang Mai or Chiang Rai. This November Experience and impact from this flash flood situation It is a lesson for finding ways to cope to prevent damage as well as use it as a model for managing the situation to reduce loss when it happens again next time. From entrepreneurs who survived this flood situation On this occasion, the Minister Represented the government in providing sustenance items including fresh food, dry food, groceries, medicine, and milk for children. from various government sectors such as the Ministry of Commerce Ministry of Tourism Given to Suan Dok Hospital It is a flood victims care center that is useful and able to help flood victims according to their needs.