The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) sent a Cell Broadcast warning about heavy rain in Bo Rai District, Trat Province, advising residents to beware of flash floods and move belongings to higher ground. Meanwhile, the national park has temporarily closed Khlong Kaew Waterfall.
On 28 Aug 2026 GMT+7 at approximately 16:45, the DDPM issued a Cell Broadcast alert warning of heavy rain in Bo Rai District, Trat Province, with continued rainfall expected. Residents are cautioned to watch for flash floods, flash floods from mountain streams, waterlogging, and riverbank overflow in low-lying areas near canals or rivers and at the foot of hills. They are advised to move belongings to higher ground, relocate vehicles, secure valuables and important documents, be wary of electric shocks, care for vulnerable groups, and closely follow official updates.
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Meanwhile, it has been reported that Khlong Kaew Waterfall National Park has announced a temporary closure of Khlong Kaew Waterfall until water conditions return to normal, with further announcements to follow.
According to reporters, hours of continuous heavy rain have caused flooding in several areas of Bo Rai District, Trat Province. Recently, flash floodwaters from Banthat Mountain have begun flowing into lowlands, causing some roads in Bo Rai District to flood, making them impassable for small vehicles. Water levels in Bo Rai Canal continue to rise steadily.
Mr. Seri Samranjit, Mayor of Bo Ploy Subdistrict Municipality, inspected the flood situation in a housing estate area within Bo Ploy Subdistrict. He found flooded roads and rising water levels. He warned local residents to monitor floodwaters from Banthat Mountain closely, as rain continues. Residents in vulnerable areas were urged to quickly move belongings and valuables to higher ground and prepare for evacuation in case of sudden flash floods.
At the same time, local officials continue to monitor water levels and rainfall closely. They urge the public to follow government announcements and avoid traveling through flooded areas if water levels rise, for their safety.
