Chalong Police have called for motorists who lost their licence plates while navigating floodwaters this week to get in touch, as several plates have been handed in.

Heavy downpours on Monday resulted in flash floods across multiple areas of Chalong, causing significant difficulties for drivers on both Chao Fa East and Chao Fa West roads. The rising waters led to many vehicles losing their licence plates.

 

Photographs posted by Chalong Police show a collection of recovered licence plates from various locations, including Phuket, Bangkok, and Phitsanulok. These images were shared in an online notice released yesterday to assist motorists in reclaiming their lost plates.

“Motorists can check for their lost licence plates at Chalong Police Station. We will continue to update if more plates are handed in.”

Motorists affected by the recent flooding can contact Chalong Police Station directly at 076-381247. Additionally, they can reach out via the station’s Facebook page or through the official website for further information, reported Phuket News.

 

In related news, Phuket has been placed on 24-hour alert as heavy rainstorms drenched the island on Tuesday, September 17. Officials urged residents to stay vigilant for potential flash floods, mudslides, and strong winds. On September 15, the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket) issued a notice, authorised by Governor Sophon Suwannarat, advising the public to brace for severe weather conditions.

 

The notice highlighted the risk of flash floods, floodwaters, and mudslides, urging residents to remain cautious and stay informed.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal 
Photo courtesy of Phuket News

 

Source: The Thaiger 

-- 2024-09-21

 

Aren't the plates bolted on in this country? 

 

Seems strange that do many got washed off. 

20 minutes ago, Korat Kiwi said:

Aren't the plates bolted on in this country? 

 

Seems strange that do many got washed off. 

 

From what I have seen here on Samui, Thais drive quite fast through floodwater creating large bow waves that cause issues for the bike riders.

The force of that water is quite strong.

There is usually a collation of plates after flooding and we don't have the volume of traffic that Phuket does.

A tip for the local RTP. Put down you phones. Contact the Department of Land Transport and give them the plate numbers. They will search their database and provide you the names and addresses of the registered owner of each vehicle.

Your welcome......😋

4 hours ago, Korat Kiwi said:

Aren't the plates bolted on in this country? 

 

Seems strange that do many got washed off. 

Last car I bought; the dealer used double sided tape to hold the plates on

11 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

 

From what I have seen here on Samui, Thais drive quite fast through floodwater creating large bow waves that cause issues for the bike riders.

The force of that water is quite strong.

There is usually a collation of plates after flooding and we don't have the volume of traffic that Phuket does.

I criticized my grand-neice for not slowing down when reaching  a flood. I turned out that she had never heard of aquaplaning.