Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Widespread flooding across four central provinces in Thailand has submerged approximately 813,817 rai (1,300 square kilometers) of land, affecting mainly low-lying agricultural areas and riverside communities. The Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (Gistda) released high-resolution images on Thursday from the THEOS-1 satellite, showing inundated areas in Ayutthaya, Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, and Nakhon Pathom.

 

The flooding has been more severe than expected this year. Efforts are underway to manage its impact, particularly to minimize effects on Bangkok. However, residents in Ayutthaya have expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s water management strategies, claiming that their areas are being heavily impacted to protect the capital.

 

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the affected regions on Wednesday, acknowledging the severity of the situation and promising compensation. Farmers and landowners will receive monthly payments until their fields dry out completely. Ayutthaya is the hardest hit, with 405,067 rai flooded across 12 districts, while Ang Thong, Suphan Buri, and Nakhon Pathom also report substantial flooding.

 

Gistda's satellite imagery distinguishes between different types of floodwater, providing a clearer picture of the flooding's extent. Brown-tinted areas indicate new flooding with sediment, while darker regions show long-standing water. The data confirms that impacts extend beyond riverside areas, affecting many communities.

 

Under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research, and Innovation, Gistda is committed to offering space-based data and expertise to assist in flood and disaster management. They have adjusted their satellite signal reception to continuously monitor and analyze flood-prone areas, reported Bangkok Post.

 

Key Takeaways

• Flooding affects 813,817 rai in four Thai provinces.
• Ayutthaya hit hardest, sparking criticism of water management.
• Gov't promises compensation to affected landowners.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-11-13

 

 

Gotta be fake news.. The government announced less than 2 weeks ago that there was no danger of flooding, with dams/reservoirs at only 95% capacity.