"Phumtham" reiterates that the government is doing its best to solve flooding problems. Please be assured that the water will not reach Bangkok. Please do not believe the news about severe flooding like in 2011. Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, acting Prime Minister, gave an interview while visiting Nan Province to monitor the flood situation, saying that the government is not complacent and is constantly assessing the situation. No matter how much rain falls, it will not reach Bangkok. People can rest assured. As for concerns that the flood will be as severe as in 2011, Mr. Phumtham said that the government has looked at the data and there is still enough space in the reservoirs and dams to receive the water. 'I would like to ask for your kindness. Today, the people have suffered enough. Please do not create panic. I would like you to help deliver good news, but do not lie to the people. Give the facts. I confirm that the government will take care of everything, including in Phuket. Mr. Chada Thaiset, Deputy Min ister of Interior, has also gone down to take care of it. When he joins the Prime Minister's team, he will be able to work more fully,' said Mr. Phumtham. Mr. Phumtham added that if Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister, assumes the position, he will propose to the Office of National Water Resources or may have the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives cooperate in promoting the water management plan, which we are currently using the master plan from 2011 during the government of Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra. He thinks it is necessary. If it can be done, it will solve the long-term problem. This matter will be brought to the Cabinet in the next period. When asked again whether a new cabinet would be formed on September 15, Mr. Phumtham said it was just his prediction because everything depended on conditions and laws. Source: Thai News Agency
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