Bangkok, As the Meteorological Department issued an announcement regarding summer storms in Thailand, No. 7 (66/2024) (effective until March 20, 2024), it was stated that high pressure areas or moderately cold air masses From China has spread to cover upper Thailand and the South China Sea. In addition, the easterly and southeast winds bring moisture to cover the area. causing summer storms to occur in Thailand in the first phase It is characterized by thunderstorms, strong winds and hail in some places. Including the possibility of lightning occurring in some areas. Mr. Khomkrit Sakrik, Director of Corporate Communications, MEA or Metropolitan Electricity Authority, said that MEA as an agency under the Ministry of Interior Take care of the electrical distribution system in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan areas. There is concern for people to be careful of the dangers from upcoming thunderstorms. It is recommended to check the structure of the billboard to be in a strong, stable, and safe condition and to check the distance of the billboard from the electrical wires more because it may affect the electrical system and may cause a power outage. and asked people to stay away from billboards. Large trees and unstable structures near power lines Because tree branches may break from strong gusts of wind and lean down, causing electrical poles to fall. or broken electrical wires There is danger to life and property. It is also recommended that people inspect electrical equipment if it is damaged and repair it quickly. and survey the trees growing in the area of ??their own homes Keep the branches at a safe level and avoid electrical disturbances as this may cause a power outage. Including the possibility of electrical current leaking through tree branches that are wet from thunderstorms. However, if people see electrical wires or MEA's electrical equipment is damaged or not in a safe condition which may cause danger. You can report incidents through the MEA Smart Life Application and various social media channe ls of MEA, including Facebook: Metropolitan Electricity Authority MEA, Line: MEA Connect (@MEAthailand) with a green shield symbol in front of the official account name, X: @mea_news included. You can notify Metropolitan Electricity Authority officials anywhere, who are ready to provide service 24 hours a day. Source: Thai News Agency
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