Expert Advises Bangkok Governor on Flood Mitigation Ahead of High Tides
Key points
- Dr.
- Arnond Sakworawich has proposed an eight-point plan to the Bangkok Governor to prevent flooding in the eastern Chao Phraya basin as high tides approach.
As Bangkok prepares for upcoming high tides that may complicate water drainage, Dr. Arnond Sakworawich has publicly outlined an eight-point strategy for the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) to mitigate potential flooding in the eastern Chao Phraya basin.
According to a report by Thai Post, the proposed measures focus on aggressive water management. Key recommendations include accelerating water pumping operations, specifically at the Phra Ong Chao Chaiyanuchit Canal, and facilitating drainage from the Tamru Canal into the sea. Furthermore, the plan suggests closing the Bang Khanak floodgate on the Saen Saep Canal and pumping water out through two separate channels. Additional efforts involve pumping at the mouths of the Phra Khanong and Samrong canals, as well as deploying boats to push water toward the Lat Pho Canal.
Dr. Arnond asserts that if these actions are implemented promptly, the eastern Chao Phraya area can be kept dry despite the rising sea levels. For residents and travelers, this situation highlights the ongoing seasonal challenges of managing water levels in the capital. While these measures are intended to prevent inundation, it remains to be confirmed which specific actions the BMA will adopt and how effectively they will be executed to manage the anticipated tidal surge.
