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PUBLISHED: 27 Sep 2024 at 11: 21
Lee MAI- Runoff from Doi Suthep caused flood at Chiang Mai University on Friday night, worsening the state’s disaster situation, although the Ping River’s water level remained firm.
Floodwaters flooded the school at the foot of Doi Suthep Mountain, which was visible on social media.
Kuakul Manasamphansakul, the municipal water captain, said that rains on Doi Suthep had led to increased discharge.
The school in the Muang district closed a number of littered roads and urged residents and staff to relocate their vehicles, keeping in mind that school access remained unobstructed.
Despite being so far away from the Ping River, new rainfall has caused the city to be plagued by floods, including Chiang Mai University, which is the latest area to experience them.
Chiang Mai railroad station is likewise inundated. ( Photo: State Railway of Thailand )
The creek measured 4.23 feet deep at Naowarat Bridge at 9am, a little increase from 4.19m two hours earlier.
Chiang Mai Municipality has issued a dark flag, as some downtown areas, including the railroad station, remain inundated. Additionally, bags have been installed to protect the hillsides.
Around 3 million square meters of floodwater were estimated by the irrigation office in the northwestern province. The entire fluids may be drained out, according to Mr. Kuakul, in about two days.
Chiang Mai Airport is also operational. It advises travelers to travel via Nimmanhaemin Road and Highway 11, also known as the Super Highway.
According to her secretary Jirayu Huangsub, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will travel to Chiang Rai on Friday and Chiang Mai on Saturday for disaster checks.