Safety
Flood and Landslide Early Warning Systems Under Maintenance in Nan and Phrae
The Department of Water Resources is conducting maintenance on 29 early warning stations across Nan and Phrae provinces to ensure public safety.
According to an official report from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) published on August 19, 2026, authorities have initiated a maintenance and repair project for flood and landslide early warning systems in Northern Thailand. The operation focuses on 29 specific monitoring stations located within the provinces of Nan and Phrae.
For residents and travellers in these regions, these systems are critical components of the local disaster preparedness infrastructure. The maintenance work aims to ensure that these stations remain functional and capable of providing timely alerts during periods of heavy rainfall or geological instability.
While the DWR has confirmed the scope of the maintenance project, the specific timeline for the completion of these repairs at each individual station remains to be confirmed. Travellers planning to visit remote or mountainous areas in Nan and Phrae are advised to monitor local weather reports closely, as these regions are historically prone to seasonal flooding and landslides. It is recommended to stay informed through official provincial channels or local news outlets, as the operational status of specific warning sensors may fluctuate during this maintenance period. No further details regarding potential service interruptions or specific site closures have been provided at this time.