Central and Forward Command Center emphasizes all units to maintain their forces to cope with the last rain in the northern part of the country. If an incident occurs, they must be ready to provide assistance to the people immediately. Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, advisor to the Prime Minister and spokesman for the Flood, Storm and Landslide Relief Operation Center (FSOC) and the Forward Operation Center in Chiang Rai Province, revealed that in the meeting, the FSOC received a report from the Meteorological Department that there is currently an announcement warning of volatile weather in the upper part of Thailand, Issue 11, which will affect several northern provinces, including Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lamphun, Lampang, Sukhothai, Tak, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, Phitsanulok and Phetchabun. Mr. Jirayu added that last night there were reports of heavy rain in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provinces. The latest situation in Chiang Mai is that the Ping River level at Station P1, Nawarat Bridge, has risen to a critical level. Officials have changed the warning signal to a red flag and red light in areas where the bank is low and the bank is soft. The water level is expected to continue to rise until it reaches its highest level tonight. 'It has been reported that the Ping River level at point P1 will rise to 4.2 meters this evening and is expected to peak at around 4.95 meters around 2am tonight. Chiang Mai residents living along the Ping River are asked to check the riverbank level carefully. If the riverbank level is lower than 4 meters, please prepare to move belongings to higher ground for safety. All units have been ordered to prepare to help people promptly,' said Mr. Jirayu. Mr. Jirayu added that from the heavy rain in Chiang Rai Province, today (October 3, 67) Mae Sai District has been affected by the flooding situation with the water level rising again. Currently, officials and equipment are being mobilized to speed up the drainage of water, facilitate the people, and provide assistance to the people as requested. Meanwhile, Mueang Chiang Rai District has not been affected by the rain that fell last night, but officials have been deployed to prepare for the event that the water level through Chiang Rai City rises again. 'Currently, Ms. Thirat Samretwanich, Deputy Minister of Interior, as the Chairwoman of the Forward Command Center, has ordered all units to maintain their forces and prepare to their full potential, mobilizing officers, personnel, and various tools to be ready to handle any situation that may arise 24 hours a day, and continuously informing the public. If any assistance or support is needed for machinery or equipment to help the public, the Forward Command Center can be notified immediately,' said Mr. Jirayu. Source: Thai News Agency
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