Royal Irrigation Department watches flooding from cyclone “Moka”

BANGKOK, May 10 – The Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department has ordered irrigation projects across the country to watch out for flash floods and flash floods from the influence of cyclone "Moka", as notified by the Meteorological Department. Especially the risky areas of 25 districts in 9 provinces according to the announcement of the NEC. between 12-14 May

Mr. Praphit Chanma, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, said ordered irrigation projects in all areas to prepare for the situation of heavy to very heavy rain in many areas from the influence of tropical cyclones in the Bay of Bengal According to the Meteorological Department, It is currently a depression and is expected to intensify into Cyclone Mocha tomorrow (May 11).

In this regard, all areas have been reiterated to be vigilant about the water situation before. Because the Meteorological Department issued a warning that There will be a summer storm in the upper part of Thailand. It was in effect from 8 – 10 May 2023 with thunderstorms, gusty winds and hail in some places. Including there may be lightning in some areas. Then there will continue to rain from cyclone "Moka", which tends to move north-westward into the middle Bay of Bengal and the upper Bay of Bengal during May 13-14. . Although not moving into Thailand but will result in continuous rain in upper Thailand With rain in many areas and heavy in some areas during 11-14 May 2023

For the risky areas that need to be especially vigilant according to the announcement of the National Water Administration (Kon Chor.) on flash flood watch out There are 25 districts in 9 provinces with wild water flowing from the storm as follows:

Northern region includes Phetchabun Province (Wichian Buri District)

Northeastern region, including Kalasin Province (Kham Muang District, Tha Khantho District, Yang Talat and Huai Mek Districts), Khon Kaen Province (Mueang Khon Kaen District, Kranuan, Chum Phae, Nam Phong and Phra Yuen), Chaiyaphum Province (Kaeng Khro and Phu Khiao Districts), Maha Sarakham Province (Na Dun and Phayakkhaphum Phisai Districts), Yasothon Province (Kho Wang, Kham Khuean Kaeo and Mahanachai Districts), Nong Bua Lam Phu Province (Mueang Nong Bua Lamphu District), Sisaket Province (Mueang Sisaket and Rasi Sai Districts), Ubon Ratchathani Province (Khuean Nai District, Det Udom, Ubon Ratchathani City) Phibun Mangsahan and purple thirty)

Therefore, the Royal Irrigation Department is preparing for the situation. by preparing the machine various tools Including arranging personnel for risky areas Especially in areas with accumulated precipitation of more than 90 millimeters in a 24-hour period and areas that are prone to regular flooding. or urban areas that used to cause flooding in time to be able to immediately take action to help out of the situation Manage the water in the reservoir to be under control. Check every irrigation building. to be able to use it to its full potential Most importantly, it has emphasized the notification and publicity about the water situation in the area to the public thoroughly.

Mr. Praphit added that Currently, the water allocation during the dry season of 2022/23 has ended and has entered the water allocation for the rainy season of 2023 since May 1. The amount of water costs throughout the country is good. But according to the forecasts of the Thai Meteorological Department It will begin to enter the El Niño state around June. Until this August, there will be no rain and the amount of rain throughout the year will be 5% lower than the average. The Royal Irrigation Department has urged irrigation projects across the country to closely monitor the weather and rain conditions and analyze the data to plan and set guidelines. Manage water during the rainy season for maximum benefit. Most importantly, it has emphasized the storage of water for future use as much as possible. Including the preparation of machinery, tools, continuous weed removal that obstructs the waterways, and has also emphasized strictly complying with 12 measures to cope with the rainy season in 2023. so that the amount of water available is sufficient for all activities And reduce the impact that will happen to the people as much as possible.

If you need help, you can contact the irrigation project near the house. or call the Royal Irrigation Department Hotline 1460 at any time.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency