Bangkok, MEA recommends ways to prevent electrical hazards. According to the Meteorological Department's announcement regarding heavy to very heavy rain in Thailand. and strong waves in the Andaman Sea area This is caused by the low pressure area covering the lower Bay of Bengal will intensify. and is likely to move into the upper Bay of Bengal Causing Thailand to have more rain and heavy rain in some places. It covers the area Bangkok and surrounding areas warn people to be careful of danger. If you find that MEA's electrical equipment is damaged, please notify us so we can expedite the repair. Mr. Khomkrit Sakrik, Director of Corporate Communications, MEA or the Metropolitan Electricity Authority, said that MEA is concerned about people being careful of the dangers of upcoming thunderstorms. By requesting that the billboard structure be inspected to be in a strong, stable, and safe condition and check the distance of the billboard from the electrical wires as it may affect the electrical system and cause an electrical failure. Including emphasizing warnings to the public to avoid touching and stay away from billboards. Because the sign or structure may be damaged or have an electric current leak, causing the danger of electric shock. And should not be near large trees and unstable buildings near electrical lines. This is because tree branches may break from strong gusts of wind and lean down, causing electrical poles to fall. or broken electrical wires In addition, check 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. There is danger to life and property. and affecting the stability of the electrical system For citizens who see MEA's electrical equipment damaged or in an unsafe condition in the areas of Bangkok, Nonthaburi an d Samut Prakan. You can report incidents 24 hours a day at the MEA Smart Life Application, which is an application on MEA's iOS and Android smartphones, free to download, or on various social media channels, including: Line: MEA Connect (@MEAthailand) The green shield symbol precedes the official account name. Select the menu to contact MEA Call Center. Metropolitan Electricity Authority Electricity Consumer Information Service Center MEA Call Center Online 1130 . Source: Thai News Agency