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RID to adjust flow rate through Chao Phraya Dam

Today 16:48Key points summarised by AI

The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is diverting more water into upstream irrigation systems to reduce the flow discharged through the Chao Phraya Dam, aiming to ease pressure on downstream areas.
RID targets a discharge rate of 1,750 cubic metres per second (m3/s) from the dam, continuously assessing upstream water volume and rainfall to make necessary adjustments.
Current flow rates are deemed safe for Bangkok, but the department warns that high tides next week could impact unprotected riverside communities.
RID is closely monitoring national reservoirs, with eight large ones currently holding over 80% of their capacity, to prevent overfilling.

Today 15:00Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt declared a high alert, ordering accelerated water drainage operations after heavy overnight rainfall caused significant flooding in eastern districts.
Continuous downpours are expected throughout the day as a low-pressure cell moves over the capital, with an 80% chance of heavy rain predicted for Greater Bangkok.
Eastern Bangkok bore the brunt, with Min Buri recording 99mm of rain, leading to surface flooding on several primary roads and critical water levels in key canals.
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is actively pumping water into the Chao Phraya River and diverting flow eastward to mitigate flood risks, while the main Chao Phraya River's levels remain manageable.