Bangkok: The flood situation in Phatthalung province is still worrisome, especially in Charat Subdistrict, Kong Ra District, in some areas the water level is nearly 2 meters high. The Prime Minister has ordered all units to rush to help.
Heavy rain has been falling in the area of Phatthalung province for 3 consecutive days and there is still no sign of the rain stopping. Especially the mountain area. There was heavy rain in Kongra, Sonnakarin and Tamot districts. This causes a lot of water to accumulate on the mountain. which was at noon yesterday There was a severe flash of water flowing down from Banthat mountain. Descending through various waterfalls and quickly inundated people’s homes. However, this morning the area that was inundated by the flash flood since yesterday such as the area of Sindhu Subdistrict Srinakarin District In many villages attached to the foothills, the water level has dropped. Villagers including resort owners It is near the area of Ton Prae Thong Waterfall. Start cleaning inside t
he house and resort. Ready to collect items that are washed away by the current.
But in the area of Village No. 5 and Village No. 8 of Charat Subdistrict and some parts of Kong Ra Subdistrict, Kong Ra District, the water level is still high, in some places nearly 2 meters high. Many families with single-story houses have had to temporarily evacuate to other places. However, if there is no rain, Come again It is expected that the water level will drop back to normal within 2-3 days.
Recently, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, ordered relevant agencies Integrating all forces, civilians, soldiers, and officials Immediately resolve the flood situation in Phatthalung Province. Ready to evacuate people to safety. Lift things up high Temporarily stop teaching including remedies Repair buildings, houses and educational institutions to return them to normal condition quickly. I understand that this is a natural situation. But preparation for dealing with the situation is still flawed, with no warning. Even though
there has been continuous rain.
Source: Thai News Agency