11 Thai Provinces Alerted as Chao Phraya Dam Increases Water Discharge

Reports of a collapsed rock embankment along the Ping River and emergency rescues of residents trapped on roofs.

Updates on flooding in Lat Yao district and the impact of runoff from the Mae Wong mountains and Khlong Pho reservoir.

The Royal Irrigation Department warns Uthai Thani, Chainat, and Nakhon Sawan of rising levels due to northern runoff.

Residents in five districts of Chainat are forced to move belongings to second floors and use boats for transport.

Details on the increase of discharge to 2,200 cubic meters per second and its effect on downstream provinces.

Local authorities in Hat Asa deploy 100,000 sandbags to protect economic zones from the rising river.

Flooding of historical sites and homes along the Sakae Krang River, with warnings for riverside residents.

Advice for citizens in risk areas to move electronics, documents, and livestock to higher ground.

Coordination between the Irrigation Department and BMA to drain water from low-lying areas like Khlong Chan.

Official announcement to increase discharge to 2,500 cubic meters per second effective noon today.

Listing the 11 provinces warned and the forecast for peak water flow on October 2, 2026.