Lamphun prepares for approaching floodwaters

25 Sept 17:06 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun's Muang district has established a command centre and deployed resources to manage incoming floodwaters from Chiang Mai, impacting over 500 households across 27 villages.
Authorities are prioritizing assistance for unprepared residents, especially the elderly, as the province rarely experiences such flooding; nearly 60 water pumps are in place, with more arriving.
Significant flooding has occurred from the Ping River overflowing onto Super Highway 11, affecting U-Mong, Nong Chang Khuen, and Rim Ping sub-districts, with drainage efforts projected to take approximately 25 days.
Residents in the Muang Nga sub-district are specifically advised to move their belongings to higher ground due to the large volume of floodwater draining into the Ping River, causing overflows into their villages.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.