Safety
Yasothon Province Issues Red Alert as Lam Nam Yang River Overflows
Authorities in Yasothon have raised red flags as continuous rainfall causes the Lam Nam Yang River to breach its banks, flooding local agricultural land.
On August 6, 2026, Khaosod Online reported that persistent heavy rainfall across Thailand’s northeastern region has caused the Lam Nam Yang River to overflow, inundating agricultural areas along both banks. In response to the rising water levels, the Yasothon Provincial Irrigation Office has hoisted red flags at the bridge connecting Ban Mai Chumphon in Tambon Doet, Mueang Yasothon District, to Roi Et Province. This signal represents the highest level of flood warning, indicating a critical situation.
Residents in the affected areas have been urged to relocate their belongings and livestock to higher ground immediately. Additionally, water levels downstream of the Yasothon-Phanom Phrai Dam have risen by 40 centimeters, reaching 123.00 meters above mean sea level. Officials have opened all eight sluice gates of the dam by 1.80 meters each to manage the current storage volume, which is currently at 76.92% of capacity.
For residents and travelers in the area, this situation necessitates caution near riverbanks and low-lying zones. While the immediate focus is on flood mitigation and property protection, the long-term impact on local agriculture and the potential for further flooding downstream remain to be confirmed as weather conditions evolve. Travelers are advised to monitor local news for updates on road accessibility and safety warnings.