Bangkok:The government is taking urgent action to address flooding issues affecting 33 major roads in Bangkok due to heavy rainfall, coordinating road status updates, and preparing alternative routes to assist the public.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Lalida Periswiwatana, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, stated that the government is closely monitoring the flooding situation in Bangkok, which has resulted in waterlogging on roads in many areas. As of this morning, 44 locations with standing water have been identified, impacting public transportation.
The Bangkok Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC Bangkok) reported that urgent monitoring and coordination for problem resolution have been prioritized across three main zones the northern zone (Vibhavadi Rangsit - Phahonyothin - Chaeng Wattana), the eastern zone (Ladprao - Bang Kapi - Ramkhamhaeng - Pattanakarn - Lat Krabang), and the central city zone (Ratchadaphisek - Din Daeng - Phetchaburi New Road). Coordination efforts involve the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, the Drainage Department, local police stations, and transportation agencies to monitor and confirm the status of roads, particularly those with high flood levels or requiring closures and traffic restrictions.
Recent reports indicated that a total of 33 major roads require monitoring, divided into 29 routes to be avoided and 4 routes that need careful attention or slow driving. The status of each route may change with the rainfall, water levels, and traffic management. Key routes to avoid or monitor include Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Chaeng Wattana Road, Phahonyothin Road, and others.
Ms. Lalida emphasized that road closures or restrictions are specific to certain areas or sections and do not imply that the entire road is unusable. The public is advised to check the latest information before traveling to avoid areas with high flood levels or where traffic restrictions have been announced.
The government is continuously monitoring flood mitigation efforts and their impact on public transportation. All agencies are requested to maintain up-to-date information and prepare alternative routes, especially in northern Bangkok, eastern areas, and routes connecting to the city center. The public is urged to plan their journeys and check route status for safety and to minimize traffic disruption.
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) of the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) recommended real-time monitoring of the situation and updating information as conditions change. They also suggested listing primary and alternative routes for public assistance missions and preparing coordination and support teams to ensure rapid assistance if necessary.