Hat Nang Kaeo Health Center in Kabin Buri Begins Cleanup After Severe Flooding
Following a two-meter flood, the Hat Nang Kaeo Health Center in Prachin Buri is undergoing a major cleanup with plans to resume services by October 12.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, the Hat Nang Kaeo Health Center in Kabin Buri, Prachin Buri, is currently undergoing a comprehensive cleaning operation after being submerged by floodwaters. The facility, located near the Prachin Buri River, experienced severe flooding on September 25, 2026, when water levels reached approximately two meters, forcing the temporary suspension of medical services.
Staff members, local volunteers, and health workers have mobilized to remove mud, sanitize medical areas, and inspect equipment, including pharmacy supplies and electrical appliances. Boonrung Ritthiraksa, the director of the health center, noted that the rapid influx of water overwhelmed initial flood prevention efforts, such as sandbagging, necessitating an emergency evacuation of medical equipment.
For residents and travelers in the area, this means that local primary healthcare services remain unavailable until the facility is fully restored. While the cleanup is underway, the center is currently targeting October 12, 2026, for the resumption of operations. It remains to be confirmed whether the facility will meet this reopening date, as final inspections of electrical systems and medical supplies are still pending. Residents are advised to seek alternative medical facilities in the interim.
