Flooding Impacts Klaeng Hospital in Rayong Province
Rayong's Governor inspected Klaeng Hospital following flooding that has disrupted kitchen facilities and threatened patient care.
On September 27, 2026, Rayong Governor Traipop Wongtrairat visited Klaeng Hospital to assess the impact of ongoing flooding in the area. According to reports from Khaosod Online, floodwaters have reached a depth of 10 to 15 centimeters around the hospital grounds. While the outpatient building remains unaffected, the facility's kitchen has been compromised, raising concerns regarding food supplies for the hospital's 200 patients and medical staff.
Hospital officials have requested urgent assistance, specifically seeking sandbags to prevent further water ingress as levels on the adjacent Sukhumvit Road continue to rise. Additionally, there is an immediate need for prepared meal boxes to sustain patients and personnel, as current food stocks are estimated to last only three days.
For residents and travelers in the area, this situation may lead to localized traffic disruptions on Sukhumvit Road and potential delays in non-emergency medical services at the hospital. While the facility remains operational, those planning to visit the vicinity should monitor local updates for changes in accessibility. It remains to be confirmed how long the floodwaters will persist and whether further emergency measures will be required to protect the hospital's infrastructure and patient care operations.
