Samut Prakan: Villagers of Soi Premruthai in Village No. 15, Bang Kaew Subdistrict, Bang Phli District, are experiencing severe distress as rain lasting less than 10 minutes causes water levels to rise by 1 meter. This situation has persisted for over two decades, prompting villagers to urgently call for action from authorities.
According to Thai News Agency, local residents have voiced complaints about persistent flooding on the roads within Premruthai Village, which occurs each time it rains. Despite the short duration of the rainfall, water overflows rapidly, exacerbated by high water levels in the nearby canal. The absence of a protective wall allows the water to flow back even when pumped out, compounding the issue.
Efforts by responsible agencies have been limited to immediate solutions like installing water pumps, but these measures have not addressed the long-term problem. While locals have been informed of a municipal plan to install drainage pipes and elevate roads, tangible progress has yet to be seen. Despite numerous changes in sub-district leadership, the situation remains unchanged, leaving villagers to endure the same hardships annually.
Villagers are appealing to the relevant agencies and the governor of Samut Prakan Province for assistance in resolving the persistent flooding. They emphasize the urgent need for effective long-term solutions to alleviate the suffering of the community.