In Samut Songkhram, a "high tide" has raised water levels to 3.8 meters, flooding Maeklong Market and residential areas. The municipality is preparing 11 water pumps to handle the situation. "high tide", "3.8 meters", "Maeklong Market", "residential areas", "municipality", "11 water pumps". [high tide, flooding, Samut Songkhram, Maeklong Market, municipal response]
At 07:30 on 27 Oct 2026 GMT+7, reporters reported a high tide situation in Samut Songkhram Municipality, Mueang District, Samut Songkhram province. Initial reports indicate water levels reached 3.8 meters, causing the Maeklong River to overflow into low-lying areas of Maeklong Market, a key economic zone. In particular, market areas and main roads like Phet Samut Road were flooded 30–40 centimeters deep, covering sidewalks and spilling into residents' homes despite sandbag barriers. "07:30", "27 Oct 2026", "Samut Songkhram Municipality", "3.8 meters", "Maeklong River overflow", "Maeklong Market", "economic zone", "Phet Samut Road", "30–40 centimeters flooding", "sandbag barriers". [flooding, Maeklong Market, Samut Songkhram, high tide, river overflow, road flooding]
The rapidly rising water forced residents to frantically pump water from their homes. Some motorcyclists experienced engine failures mid-flood, unable to continue riding. This led to a quiet atmosphere in Maeklong Market, with tourists unable to shop. "rapidly rising water", "residents pumping water", "motorcycles stalling", "quiet market", "tourists unable to shop". [flood impact, residents, motorcycle breakdowns, market activity, tourism]
In the latest update, Anon Tantidamrongkul, known as "Mayor Mint", mayor of Samut Songkhram Municipality, prepared to manage the high tide from 27 to 31 Oct 2026 by mobilizing 11 water pumps, assigning staff, and deploying sandbags to protect vulnerable areas. Pumps will be operated immediately when water levels permit, with continuous, non-stop efforts. "Anon Tantidamrongkul", "Mayor Mint", "Samut Songkhram Municipality", "27–31 Oct 2026", "11 water pumps", "staff deployment", "sandbags", "continuous operation". [municipal leadership, flood management, water pumps, emergency response]
Meanwhile, Samut Songkhram province has warned residents to stay alert for high tides from 27 to 31 Oct 2026, especially in low-lying areas along the Maeklong River and canals. People are advised to follow updates closely, elevate belongings, and exercise caution when driving or walking in flooded areas. "Samut Songkhram province", "high tide warning", "27–31 Oct 2026", "low-lying areas", "Maeklong River", "canals", "follow updates", "elevate belongings", "caution in flooded areas". [flood warning, public safety, Samut Songkhram, high tide, low-lying areas]
