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Bangkok Governor Addresses Flooding Risks in Prawet and Bueng Nong Bon
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has inspected flood-prone areas in Prawet and Bueng Nong Bon, ordering increased pumping capacity to manage canal overflow.
On September 25, 2026, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt conducted an inspection of the Prawet and Bueng Nong Bon areas to assess flood management strategies. According to Matichon Online, the Governor identified that the primary challenge currently facing these districts is the saturation of local canals, which are reaching their maximum capacity.
To mitigate the risk of flooding, Governor Chadchart has ordered an immediate increase in water pumping operations. Furthermore, he has directed officials to divert water into the Bueng Nong Bon retention basin (kaem ling) to alleviate pressure on the canal network.
For residents and visitors in these eastern districts of Bangkok, this intervention is intended to prevent overflow into residential and public areas. While these measures are designed to stabilize water levels, the effectiveness of the drainage system during continued heavy rainfall remains to be confirmed. Travelers in the Prawet area should remain aware of potential localized traffic disruptions if water levels rise. Authorities have not yet provided a timeline for when the canal capacity will return to normal levels, and residents are advised to monitor local updates regarding flood management efforts.
