Bangkok:Authorities in Bangkok are closely monitoring "near-risk" water levels on the eastern coast and are advising residents to refrain from moving belongings down from higher ground. The situation remains precarious, particularly in eastern districts like Lat Krabang, Bang Kapi, and Lat Phrao, which are experiencing slow drainage due to accumulating water and additional inflow from Chachoengsao province.

According to Thai News Agency, Bangkok Governor Chatchart Sittipunt highlighted the fragile water situation in the city. The drainage system can manage 60-70 millimeters of rainfall; however, the high canal water levels could lead to quick flooding if heavy rain occurs. Residents are urged to keep their belongings on higher ground as a precaution. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is working to expedite water drainage from canals and retention ponds and is relocating water pumps to high-risk areas in anticipation of increased rainfall forecasted from October 10-13.

The current weather in Bangkok and surrounding regions is mostly cloudy with scattered thunderstorms, impacting about 30% of the area, with rainfall expected mainly in certain districts.

Additionally, the Royal Irrigation Department and the National Water Resources Office have reported that 11 major dams across the country have critically high water levels, with some exceeding 90% of their capacity. This includes dams in the northern, central, northeastern, and western regions, such as the Mae Ngat Dam, Sirindhorn Dam, and Vajiralongkorn Dam. Three dams have surpassed their full capacity Nong Pla Lai Dam, Pa Sak Chonlasit Dam, and Kaeng Krachan Dam. Authorities have issued warnings to residents downstream and along riverbanks to remain vigilant for potential flooding.