Bangkok: Construction of the bridge at Fai Chao is being expedited; traffic is expected to resume tomorrow. Fourteen villages in Pua District, Nan Province, remain cut off from the outside world after the Chao Weir bridge was washed away by flash floods. They are awaiting assistance. Authorities are currently constructing a Bailey bridge, which is 70 percent complete, and expect it to be passable tomorrow (August 23).
According to Thai News Agency, deep in Pua District, in Woranakorn Subdistrict, the Chao Weir Bridge was destroyed by flash floods carrying trees and rocks more than four days ago. This has cut off 14 villages in Nan Province, affecting 1,466 households and over 4,000 people, from the outside world. They are facing severe shortages of food, drinking water, and essential supplies, making life extremely difficult and distressing.
Today, the Nan Highway District 2 of the Department of Highways continues to accelerate the construction of the Bailey bridge. The latest reports indicate that construction is over 70% complete. More than 50 people, including equipment, machinery, and personnel, are working diligently to restore normal travel for the people of Nan as quickly as possible. Local residents have gathered to watch the work and offer encouragement.
Mr. Susak Daolam, Director of Nan Highway District 2, Department of Highways, revealed that construction of the bridge is still being expedited and they will do their best to ensure that the Bailey bridge currently under construction will cross the river and connect to the other side today. He expects that by tomorrow evening (August 23rd), the route should be open for the people of Nan to travel normally.