Floodwaters in Thailand’s Chao Phraya River Basin are slowly going down, giving some relief after recent heavy rains. Water levels have dropped at key stations from Nakhon Sawan to Pathum Thani, and the government is actively draining trapped “field water” from low-lying areas into the sea using reservoirs and the Khlong Lat Pho Canal. Despite this, 13 provinces remain affected, and the number of villages and households impacted has slightly increased. Thailand’s dams are almost full, holding 90% of their total capacity, which is risky for managing water safely. Authorities are carefully controlling releases to prevent new flooding. While northern regions may benefit from a cold air mass from China that will help drainage, southern Thailand is entering a period of heavy monsoon rains, requiring high vigilance. Provinces from Phitsanulok and Sukhothai down to Ayutthaya and Bangkok, along with Ubon Ratchathani in the east, continue to face flooding. The situation shows that careful water management is still urgently needed across the country.

Pray for wise counsel for the authorities to safeguard the safety of the civilians during this rainy season in Thailand. Pray for improved infrastructure in the nation. Pray for more effective water management in the country (The Holy Bible, Psalm 31:2).

Pray for divine provision and protection over all the flood victims in Thailand. Pray for them to have access to all their basic needs, relief aids, and rights during this rainy season (The Holy Bible, Psalm 127:1).

News Source: The Nation

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