City Hall to build three more ‘water banks’ to ease road flooding

13 Sept 06:57 Key points summarised by AI

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) plans to construct three additional underground 'water banks' to absorb excess rainwater and mitigate severe road flooding in low-lying areas.
The first water bank, operational since early this year in Bangkhen, has proven effective, inspiring the construction of two larger banks (10,000 cubic meters capacity each) expected by early next year.
These underground systems offer a vital alternative for flood prevention, addressing the shrinking natural water catchment areas due to Bangkok's rapid urban development.
Officials caution that garbage accumulation could pose a significant obstacle to the proper functioning of these underground water catchment areas, potentially hindering their efficiency.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.