Bangkok: Floodwaters from upstream are gradually flowing into the Chao Phraya basin. The Royal Irrigation Department is maintaining the water discharge downstream of the Chao Phraya Dam at a rate not exceeding 700 cubic meters per second during this period to reduce the amount of water flowing into lower areas.

According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thanes Somboon, Director of the Water Management and Hydrology Division at the Royal Irrigation Department, revealed that today, the water flow through station C.2 in Mueang Nakhon Sawan District has increased to 1,039 cubic meters per second. Water from the Yom River is gradually flowing in, and the Chao Phraya Dam is releasing water at a rate of 620 cubic meters per second this morning, an increase from 550 cubic meters per second yesterday. The department aims to keep the release rate below 700 cubic meters per second to minimize the impact on areas downstream. If upstream water levels exceed the dam's irrigation capacity, it may be necessary to gradually increase the release through the Chao Phraya Dam, but it will be managed within a range of approximately 700-1,000 cubic meters per second, with advance warnings, as this could cause the water level downstream to rise by about 0.60-1.50 meters from the current level.

As for the large dams in the upper Chao Phraya basin, there is currently no accelerated water release. The Bhumibol and Sirikit dams are releasing water at low levels only to maintain the ecosystem.

The Meteorological Department stated that Tropical Storm "Narra" is weakening and not moving towards Thailand, but it is still contributing to a relatively strong monsoon. Areas with high rainfall should remain cautious of accumulated rain, while some areas are still experiencing less rain. Rainfall is expected to increase between August 30th and September 2nd, helping to replenish water levels.