Kanchanaburi:Dams with very high water levels are receiving close attention from all relevant agencies as heavy rainfall is anticipated to return. This is crucial to ensure the structural integrity of the dams and to minimize the impact on downstream areas.
According to Thai News Agency, the Vajiralongkorn Dam in Kanchanaburi Province reported that its reservoir holds 8,775.48 million cubic meters of water, which is 99.05% of its capacity. The daily inflow is 45.31 million cubic meters, while the outflow stands at 40.39 million cubic meters. An official update will be provided later.
The Srinakarin Dam in Kanchanaburi Province currently stores 16,975 cubic meters of water, representing 95% of its capacity, with room for an additional 769 cubic meters. The Royal Irrigation Department is also monitoring the Chao Phraya River, noting varying water flow rates at different stations, with adjustments in water release rates being made to manage upstream and downstream water levels effectively.
The National Water Resources Management Agency is working with relevant organizations to expedite water drainage in preparation for the approaching rainfall. The Royal Irrigation Department is draining water downstream from the Chao Phraya Dam at 2,500 cubic meters per second, planning to reduce this gradually as upstream levels decrease.
Bhumibol Dam has temporarily suspended water drainage, while Sirikit Dam maintains a low drainage rate to aid lower Chao Phraya Plain areas. Additionally, Vajiralongkorn Dam plans to continue its current water release rate until mid-October.
Efforts are underway to prevent flooding in Samut Songkhram, with water-pushing boats enhancing drainage into the sea. Meanwhile, in Prachinburi and Chachoengsao Provinces, low-lying areas are utilized for water retention to protect communities and economic zones. In Bangkok and nearby provinces, continuous pumping aims to lower water levels and alleviate flood impacts swiftly.