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Chumphon residents warned of flooding as Hat Taeng prepares to release water
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Residents in Tha Sae district, Chumphon province, have been warned to prepare for possible flooding as Hat Taeng prepares to open its sluice gates following heavy rainfall that has caused water levels upstream to rise rapidly.
Key facts
- The Rap Ro Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO) issued an urgent warning at 1pm on Thursday (October 29), advising residents of Rap Ro and neighbouring communities to take immediate precautions.
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- Those requiring assistance can contact the Rap Ro Subdistrict Administrative Organisation on 077-547-198.
Summary
The Rap Ro Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO) issued an urgent warning at 1pm on Thursday (October 29), advising residents of Rap Ro and neighbouring communities to take immediate precautions.
The local authority reported that persistent heavy rain had caused a rapid accumulation of water upstream of the dam, prompting preparations to open the sluice gates.