Chachoengsao Residents Face Prolonged Flooding and Health Risks
Residents in Chachoengsao province are struggling with 25 days of flooding, citing health hazards from leeches and insufficient government compensation.
As of October 20, 2026, residents in Moo 10, Sala Daeng sub-district, Bang Nam Priao district, Chachoengsao, continue to endure severe flooding. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the area—located near the Saen Saep and Luang Phaeng canals—has been submerged for 25 days, with water levels on roads and walkways reaching 30–40 centimeters.
The situation has forced locals to rely on rowboats for transportation, as walking through the floodwaters poses significant health risks, specifically from an abundance of leeches. Some residents have reported being bitten by leeches while navigating the water, leading them to use wooden planks to create makeshift bridges to avoid direct contact. Inside homes, many have seen their living spaces inundated, with some forced to sleep on elevated platforms as their furniture remains submerged.
Local resident Jantra Thongkham, 66, noted that while some water has begun to recede inside her home, the surrounding areas remain flooded, severely disrupting daily life. Residents have expressed frustration regarding the government's 9,000-baht compensation package, stating it is inadequate to cover the extensive damages incurred. For residents and visitors, this highlights the ongoing health and mobility challenges in flood-affected zones. It remains to be confirmed how long the water will take to fully recede and whether additional government aid will be provided to address the residents' concerns.
