Motorists urged to avoid Chong Ta Ko route in Sa Kaeo
Avoid Highway 348 (Kaew Phet Phloi–Chong Ta Ko) in Sa Kaeo as Thai-Cambodian border clashes raise safety risks; use routes 304 or 24 instead
Amid heightened tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border, motorists are being urged to avoid the Chong Ta Ko route in Sa Kaeo province due to safety concerns. The Sa Kaeo Highway District Office has issued a public warning advising road users to check alternative routes, particularly those travelling between the eastern region and the lower Northeast.
Reporters said the Sa Kaeo Highway District Office released an urgent public notice asking anyone using Highway 348, the section from Kaew Phet Phloi to Chong Ta Ko in Ta Phraya district, Sa Kaeo, to exercise extreme caution and to avoid the route altogether for the time being.
The warning follows reports of fighting near the Thai-Cambodian border in nearby areas, which could affect the safety of the public travelling through the Chong Ta Ko mountain pass—an important connection between the eastern region and the Northeast. To reduce the risk of unexpected danger, officials are tightening controls and asking motorists to switch to safer routes.
Alternative routes to the lower Northeast
For those who must travel to the lower Northeastern provinces of Buri Ram, Surin, Si Sa Ket, and Ubon Ratchathani, the highway office recommends using the following detours:
- Route 1: Highway 304 (Kabin Buri – Pak Thong Chai)
- Route 2: Highway 24 (Chok Chai – Det Udom)
Safety comes first. If your trip is not urgent, please check the situation before travelling each time.
Route information hotline
Motorists seeking further details or the latest updates can contact the Sa Kaeo Highway District Office (Watthana Nakhon) at 085-758-5829.
The public is also advised to closely follow official updates and comply with instructions from local authorities to ensure maximum safety.
Source / photo credit: Sa Kaeo Highway District Office
