Be vigilant, advises governor
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Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra added that the flood situation was under control but authorities must remain vigilant.
Sukhumbhand said the runoffs flowing through Rangsit to Klong Hok Wa have increased by two centimetres and authorities were on the alert to protect people in floodrisk areas such as Don Muang, Lak Si, Bang Khen, Sai Mai, Lat Krabang, Kannayao, Min Buri, Klong Samwa and Nong Chok.
He said he was informed that Bangkok would be hit by heavy rains throughout the week, so it would take twice as long to discharge flood water into the sea.
The governor insisted that the BMA has been cooperating fully with the government to open the water gates to drain flood water into the sea.
“We did not close the gates or play politics. Some gates and canals like those at Klong Prawet are under the jurisdiction of the Irrigation Department. The government should instruct the department to open the gates to prevent any misunderstanding by the public,” he said.
Sukhumbhand said the BMA had set up evacuation centres that could cater to more than 2,600 people and were preparing more places to accept at least 10,000 evacuees.
The city administration has postponed school openings to November 15.
