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Emergency Measures Initiated in Chiang Rai as Severe Flooding Hits North of Thailand

Strategic Insights

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Thai officials have issued severe warnings for four high-risk areas in Mueang Chiang Rai district, urging residents to evacuate to safer locations immediately. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has sent alerts to residents, advising them to move their belongings to higher ground and relocate to designated shelters. The situation is critical, with heavy rainfall recorded at 118.8 millimetres in Jotada village, causing the water level at the Mae Sai Friendship Bridge to rise to 398.31 metres above mean sea level.

Key Takeaways:

  • A red-level alert has been declared in Chiang Rai due to severe flooding in the north of Thailand.
  • Officials have issued warnings for four high-risk areas in Mueang Chiang Rai district, urging immediate evacuation to safer locations.
  • The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has sent alerts to residents in these areas, advising them to move their belongings to higher ground and relocate to designated shelters.
  • The water level at the Mae Sai Friendship Bridge has risen to 398.31 metres above mean sea level due to heavy rainfall of 118.8 millimetres in Jotada village.
  • Residents are advised to secure valuables and important documents, pack emergency kits, and assist vulnerable groups in evacuating.
  • The Wat Phromviharn evacuation centre is available for those needing shelter.
  • Four revised pick-up points for evacuation have been identified at the irrigation road, Koh Sai, Mai Lung Khon, and Muang Daeng locations.
  • Residents are encouraged to stay informed through updates from the Mae Sai Municipality and official channels.
  • In case of emergencies or urgent needs, contact the emergency hotline at 199.

Statistics:

  • Heavy rainfall recorded at 118.8 millimetres in Jotada village.
  • Water level at the Mae Sai Friendship Bridge risen to 398.31 metres above mean sea level.
  • 4 high-risk areas in Mueang Chiang Rai district: Sai Lom Joy community, Koh Sai Village 7, Mai Lung Khon community, and Muang Daeng community.
  • 4 revised pick-up points for evacuation: irrigation road, Koh Sai, Mai Lung Khon, and Muang Daeng locations.

Sources:

  • Rak Chiang Tung Facebook page
  • Chiang Rai Office of Public Relations Department Facebook page
  • Mae Sai Municipality Facebook page
  • Bright Choomanee (journalist)

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