Provinces prepare for more flooding

 

 

NONG KHAI, 6 September 2017 (NNT) – Central region provinces have begun preparations against flood conditions caused by high tides and heavy rains. 

Storms in the northeast have already returned flooding to some areas with streets in Nong Khai province now under 10-20 centimeters of water, impeding traffic. Locals have joined in an effort to clear out drainage pipes to help speed water out. 

In Nakhon Ratchasima, a flood prevention and mitigation team has begun enacting plans to protect important parts of the province’s urban area from waters with authorities currently working on ensuring efficient drainage. 

In Chacheongsao province, officials have been inspecting 19 floodgates so that they will be ready to manage water as well as making sure 61 water pumps installed at 17 stations are ready for operation. 

Ang Thong province has setup a large pump in Muang Ang Thong district to cope with a swelling Chao Phraya River as warnings were given that the area will have to contend with high waters soon. 

Prime Minister’s Office Minister Omsin Chiwapruek meanwhile has received donations made to flood victims from Samut Sakhon Governor Prapas Malakan and life insurance association representatives totaling 1.08 million baht.

 

-- nnt 2017-09-06

I await the inevitable headlines.

"Locals have joined in an effort to clear out drainage pipes to help speed water out."

 

Can anyone tell me what the Thai word is for "prevention"?

2 hours ago, edwinchester said:

Can anyone tell me what the Thai word is for "prevention"?

"Garn  pongun garn" = prevention = การป้องกันการ