Siripong ordered the removal of flood-evading vehicles from tollways and expressways. The Ministry of Transport deployed 40 tow trucks and teamed up with the police to organize traffic. Parking on community roadside areas is still allowed if it does not block the way. Officials pointed out that on expressways, the risk of accidents rises as vehicles have begun to travel at normal speeds.
On 29 Sep 2026 GMT+7, Siripong Angkasakulkiat, Deputy Minister of Transport, said after a cabinet meeting that many people had parked their cars on expressways and Don Mueang tollway to avoid flooding. He warned that parking on highways, expressways, or tollways—where vehicles travel at high speeds—should be avoided immediately. As traffic flow and driving behavior are returning to normal, parked vehicles pose high safety and property risks. The Ministry of Transport has prepared about 40 tow trucks to support traffic police in organizing the area and moving obstructing vehicles.
However, regarding roads in community or outer areas, such as near Romklao Housing Estate where flooding still exists, the Prime Minister instructed that service to the public should be the priority. Parking in community areas or outer roads that do not excessively block traffic is still allowed temporarily. But if vehicles block traffic on expressways, highways, or overpass intersections, traffic police will coordinate public announcements and organize traffic control as appropriate, with support from the Ministry of Transport for necessary equipment.
Regarding parking support measures, the Ministry of Transport confirmed there are still available parking facilities, such as buildings managed by the Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA), which are open for free parking until 2 Oct. If the situation persists, the period may be extended. A recent issue about charging fees on the first day occurred due to miscommunication, as some people parked before the official announcement. MRTA apologized for the inconvenience and confirmed it has complete user data and will refund fees to everyone who paid last Saturday.
When asked about the possibility of waiving toll fees for another 1-2 days, Siripong explained that further toll exemptions are difficult as negotiations with private concessionaires are required. He confirmed that the cabinet meeting today did not consider declaring additional public holidays.
Additionally, the Prime Minister summoned the Royal Irrigation Department Director-General for detailed reports on water drainage and flood prevention plans. He emphasized that if any government officials fail to cooperate, a report must be sent to the Prime Minister immediately for those individuals to be sent for training at the Prime Minister’s Office. Regarding budget, about 4 billion baht remains in the central fund, which has been allocated entirely for flood relief efforts and also for the Student Loan Fund (SLF).