Districts in Yala, Narathiwat declared flood disaster zones
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PARTS OF Yala and Narathiwat provinces have been declared disaster zones as continuous heavy rains have caused severe flooding.
Nine districts in Narathiwat have been identified as disaster areas, including major towns such as Sungai Kolok, Sungai Padi and Joh I Rong. A disaster mitigation centre has also been set up in Narathiwat’s Muang district to coordinate information and relief.
Narathiwat governor Sithichai Sakda began handing out relief items Tuesday and as of press time, 128 households totalling 520 people had been assisted. He has also instructed people living in affected areas to protect their property, move livestock to safer locations and remain in contact with authorities.
