Immediate Response and Forecast
Authorities in have ordered evacuations and are actively working to pump water out of flooded areas and clear waterways to accelerate drainage. Shelters have been established for displaced residents.
The provincial irrigation office predicts the 's water level will stabilize and return to normal within five days, despite current critically high levels.
Impact and Broader Context
Efforts to rescue wildlife include relocating about 125 elephants from the Elephant Nature Park, with some animals seeking higher ground independently. The flooding has affected about 10 animal shelters.
The flooding, which has affected 20 Thai provinces, prompted the suspension of railway services to Chiang Mai. At least 49 fatalities and 28 injuries have been reported since August due to floods.