Bueng kan: The Mekong River's water level continues to rise, approaching 9 meters, prompting the Office of National Water Resources (ONWR) to issue warnings about potential flooding, mudslides, and changes in the river's level. In Bueng Kan Province, the region has experienced over two weeks of continuous rain, attributed to a low-pressure cell over northern Myanmar and northern Laos. The persistent rain in Laos, coupled with water from Loei and Nong Khai Provinces, has contributed to the increasing water level in the Mekong River. This morning, measurements at Ban Phan Lam indicated the water level reached 8.60 meters, marking a 30-centimeter rise from the previous day, though it remains at a normal level.
According to Thai News Agency, municipal officials have responded by opening the floodgate next to the Bueng Kan Immigration Office. This action aims to allow water accumulated in various drainage pipes within the municipality to flow into the Mekong River. Furthermore, at the customs border checkpoint, Thai-Laos passenger and cargo ships are advised to exercise caution while navigating, owing to the river's strong current and the presence of weeds and trash in the water. Authorities have also adjusted the pier level to ensure safety and have secured ropes tightly.
The ONWR is actively monitoring the situation, with a focus on potential flooding, mudslides, and fluctuations in the Mekong River level due to ongoing heavy to very heavy rainfall, with attention to these conditions expected until July 12.