Flooding in Sa Kaeo province is starting to recede after the rain stopped. Many areas are beginning to reveal road surfaces, but several spots still have road breaks and collapses. An accident occurred when a vehicle ignored a barricade and fell into a hole, but fortunately, no one was killed.
On 30 Sep 2026 GMT+7, reporters covered the flood situation across all seven districts of Sa Kaeo province. Water levels in many areas began to drop after no additional rainfall fell over the past two days. Combined with today's strong sunshine and relatively hot weather, water levels in some spots have steadily decreased, making the previously flooded road surfaces more visible.
However, despite the water level dropping in many places, a large number of residents remain affected, especially in low-lying areas and locations with watercourses. Some spots still have deep standing water, while others experience strong water currents, making travel in and out of villages difficult.
Furthermore, as water levels receded, officials found damage to several transportation routes. Flood currents eroded roads causing breaks, road surfaces collapsed and peeled away over nearly one kilometer, preventing some vehicle types from passing and requiring extra caution when traveling.
Recently, a car ignored a barricade on the Sa Khwan route in Mueang Sa Kaeo district. The driver, unfamiliar with the route, passed an area blocked by wooden barriers due to flood damage. The vehicle then fell into a hole where the road had collapsed. Luckily, no one was killed or seriously injured. Authorities promptly assisted and safely removed the vehicle from the scene.
This incident highlights the dangers of flood-damaged roads. Although some water levels have dropped enough to reveal roads, the ground beneath may have been eroded or collapsed, creating hidden cavities not visible to drivers. Officials continue surveying damage to roads, bridges, and infrastructure after water levels lowered to assess impacts and expedite repair plans, as well as to organize travel support for residents as soon as possible.
Although no additional rain has fallen and sunshine prevails in many areas, the overall situation still requires close monitoring because some spots retain standing water or receive continuous inflows. Authorities warn the public—especially those unfamiliar with routes—to avoid bypassing barricades or no-entry signs in affected areas, even if water appears to have receded. They urge people to follow official announcements closely and not risk driving on broken or collapsed roads or in areas with strong currents to prevent accidents and potential loss.