The government confirms that Bangkok is continuing water drainage efforts, with water levels in Rom Klao Housing dropping by 30 cm. Authorities advise avoiding four major flood-prone routes and remain alert for a new wave of rain. Tags: [flooding, Bangkok, water drainage, transportation, government advisory]
On 3 Oct 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Government News Center, Nareesamorn Building, Government House, Ms. Lalida Pertwivatana, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office, announced after the Joint Information and Communication Center (JICC) flood situation briefing that Bangkok still has four major flood hotspots that people should avoid: Phahonyothin Road between Thupatemi Stadium and Phahonyothin Soi 60; Suwinthawong Road near Ramkhamhaeng Intersection to Khlong Tonod; certain sections of Luang Paeng Road; and Lat Krabang Road in front of the Lat Krabang District Office.Tags: [Bangkok, flood routes, government statement, traffic advisory]
In the Rom Klao Housing area, water levels have decreased by approximately 30 centimeters, but street water remains about 20–30 centimeters deep. Bangkok authorities are accelerating water drainage via pumping stations and drainage tunnels, and deploying boats to push water into the Pravet Burirom Canal. Meanwhile, Min Buri, Nong Chok, Pravet, Saphan Sung, and Sai Mai districts require close monitoring. Drainage in the Lha-orn-ngern community is expected to be completed within two days.Tags: [Rom Klao, flood levels, water drainage, Bangkok districts, flood management]
Mr. Jesada Chantraprapha, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Bangkok, stated that the city is opening water gates and enhancing drainage efficiency in Prem Prachakorn Canal, Canal 2, Saen Saeb Canal, and Pravet Burirom Canal while intensifying pumping in community areas. Currently, there is no issue with tidal surges, but rainfall levels in the area remain under close observation.Tags: [Bangkok administration, water management, canals, tidal surge, rainfall monitoring]
Currently, water levels in the lower areas remain below flood barrier lines: Pathum Thani is about 50 centimeters below, Nonthaburi about 1.5 meters below, and Bangkok about 1.2 meters below. Bangkok has lowered water levels in several canals, including Rangsit Canal, and opened canals to receive water from northern areas before draining into the Chao Phraya River and eventually the Gulf of Thailand.Tags: [water levels, flood barriers, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, Bangkok, canal drainage]
For financial aid registration from Bangkok authorities, residents can register via the “Government Way” application and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s website.Tags: [financial aid, flood relief, registration, Bangkok Metropolitan Administration]
The Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office reiterated that Bangkok and related agencies will expedite water drainage in affected areas, continuously monitor rainfall and water levels, and urged the public to avoid routes still experiencing high floodwaters and to follow official updates for travel planning.Tags: [government advisory, flood response, public safety, travel planning, Bangkok]