Landslide Alert for Khao Yai National Park

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A landslide alert has been issued for Khao Yai National Park following heavy rainfall. This has resulted in soil and rocks falling onto Thanarat Road, creating a hazardous situation. Park officials have urged extreme caution, particularly near the waterfall area.

 

The continuous rainfall has triggered a dangerous landslide at Khao Yai National Park. As a result, soil and rocks from heights of over 100 metres have fallen. The park's head, Chaiya Huayhongthong, pointed out that the ongoing rains, along with strong winds, have caused trees to fall onto power lines. This has led to power disruptions and landslides along Thanarat Road. The affected region stretches from the park's shrine gate entrance up to a small waterfall.

 

“The heavy rainfall, more than soil can absorb, has caused multiple landslides with large rocks blocking the road.”

 

A significant landslide occurred near the 26-kilometer mark, creating major obstructions making the road inaccessible. Local officials have sent out personnel and machines to get rid of the debris and make the road passable again. Travelers are at considerable risk; hence, park officials are advising visitors to be very cautious within the affected zones. This advice has become a regular occurrence during the rainy season.

 

Chaiya also added how landslides in this specific area tend to happen every rainy season. This problem is on the agenda for discussion at the advisory committee’s meeting where they will explore long-term preventive measures. However, the area's geography, primarily sandstone mountains, makes finding a solution challenging.

 

 

The mountains are susceptible to erosion, even more so as they are quite steep. Implementing a permanent solution to the landslide problem would require significant funding, and the planning and surveying phase is currently in progress.

 

Visitors to Khao Yai National Park are urged to remain aware of such warnings issued by park authorities. The natural beauty of the park, while appealing, comes with certain risks that increase during the rainy season. The park officials are doing all they can to ensure visitor safety, but public cooperation is essential.

 

“As we work to find a viable solution to this problem, we need time and resources.”

 

Park management is dedicated to maintaining the safety of visitors to one of Thailand's beloved natural reserves.

 

The advisory committee, along with park management, is looking into different methods to stop future landslides. This includes possible engineering solutions, reforestation projects, and better drainage systems to handle heavy rainfall. The aim is a safer environment for all visitors and wildlife.

 

As the rainy season goes on, the park officials will keep the public up-to-date with regular advisories regarding the current conditions. Those planning to visit Khao Yai National Park should keep abreast of weather conditions and follow any guidelines or restrictions set by park authorities.

 

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-- 2024-07-26

 

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