Situation Update: Flooding in Thailand


 

 

Over the past several weeks, seasonal rains that are heavier than usual have resulted in widespread flooding in Thailand. While the flooding is having some impact on tourism, key tourist destinations and attractions throughout Thailand have not been affected by the floods and most remain open. The floods are mainly affecting the provinces in central, north and northeast Thailand. Provinces in the south have not been affected by the floods.

 

Major tourist destinations such as Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Sukhothai, Kanchanaburi, Ratchburi, Pattaya, Ko Chang, Rayong, Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Ko Samui, and all provinces in southern Thailand are experiencing normal weather conditions.  All airports throughout Thailand, including Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, have not been affected by the floods and are operating as per usual.

 

Tourists can call the TAT Information Line at 1672 to check local conditions, or visit the Thailand Meteorological Department web site at http://www.tmd.go.th/en for updated weather forecasts.

 

 

1.     Update for Bangkok

 

The areas of central Bangkok where tourists normally go are not flooded and fully accessible. Everything continues as normal for both visitors and Bangkok residents in these areas.

 

Most of the flooding now taking place is in provinces to the north and east of Bangkok. Almost all of the Bangkok Metropolitan Area is protected by a large network of flood walls, levees, canals and drainage tunnels. The city government is using this network to manage the water flow and minimize flooding in the city.

 

Some outlying suburban districts of the Bangkok Metropolitan Area outside of these flood defenses could face flooding if the current situation continues. During periods of intensely heavy rain, there is some localized flooding of certain low-lying streets in Bangkok. These conditions are quickly cleared up by municipal work crews and the city's storm water drainage system.

 

The Chao Phaya river, which runs through Bangkok, is at a higher-than-normal level with some localised flooding along certain sections of its banks. The river's water flow is being carefully managed by government officials to prevent broader flooding. The area around Suvarnabhumi Airport has considerable flood protection measures in place. The airport has not been affected by floods and continues to operate normally.

 

Visitors can check water levels in each district of Bangkok at the Royal Irrigation Department: http://dds.bangkok.go.th/scada

2.     Update for Ayutthaya

 

The Thai province of Ayutthaya has been widely affected by the floods. This includes Ayutthaya's inner city island and world heritage sites. Tourist attractions on and outside the island of Ayutthaya have been temporarily closed due to the floods. Due to the disruptions caused by the floods, the TAT recommends that tourists avoid visiting Ayutthaya until the flood water subsides and tourist attractions have reopened.

 

The following roads should be avoided as some sections are closed due to flooding:

  • Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2), Km 21 to Km 39
  • Highway 3263 - route to the city center
  • Highway 3412 Bang Ban – Pak Hai Road
  • Highway 356
  • Road to Wat Satue
  • Road in front of Krungsri River Hotel - Wat Tham Niyom
  • Road to Wat Chai Wattanaram
  • Road to Ayothaya Floating Market and Wat Mahe Yong
  • Road to Amphoe Nakorn Luang
  • Wat Phra Yat Intersection

 

Visitors should use alternate routes, such as:

  • Highway 32, The Asian Highway (AH-2), from Pratunam Phra In to Ayutthaya City Hall
  • Highway 9
  • Highway 3111 Sam Khok – Bang Ban
  • Highway 340  Suphan Buri - Ayutthaya
  • Highway 347

 

Tourists who would like to visit cultural attractions can consider Sukhothai Historical Park in Sukhothai, which is accessible via airplane (Bangkok Airways, which flies from Suvarnabhumi to Sukhothai Airport), and from Bangkok via road through Bang Bua Thong – Suphan Buri – Chai Nat – Nakhon Sawan – Phichit – Phitsanulok – Sukhothai.

 

Tourists who would like to visit floating markets can go to Damnoen Saduak Floating Marketing in Ratchaburi, which is open every day between 6.00 -12.00 hrs, and only two hours by car from Bangkok. On the weekend, visitors can go to Amphawa Floating Market in Samut Songkhram, which is open from 16:00 hours.

 

 


3.     Update for other provinces

 

Train services from Bangkok to northern destinations beyond Ayutthaya are suspended, with only limited services in the areas affected by the flooding. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is offering full refunds on tickets for travelers who want to cancel their trips to destinations where train service is suspended.  Travelers can contact the SRT Call Center at 1690 for updates regarding train services. Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2), is partly affected by the floods and closed from Km 21 to Km 39 in Ayutthaya province. This has increased travel time on long-distance bus services operating between Bangkok and the north as they must use alternate routes.

 

Information on the impact of the floods is provided for the provinces is provided by the following regions within Thailand.

 

 

 


3.1    North

a.      Provinces in the north not affected by the floods


  • Chiang Mai
  • Chiang Rai
  • Kampheang Phet
  • Lampang
  • Lamphun
  • Mae Hong Son
  • Nan
  • Phayao
  • Phetchabun
  • Phrae
  • Sukhothai
  • Tak
  • Uttaradit


 

b.      Provinces in the north affected by the floods

 

Nakhon Sawan

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding
  • In Buri – Tak Fa Road
  • Nakhon Sawan – Kam Pheang Phet Bypass
  • Road from Amphoe Krok Phra in Nakhon Sawan to Uthai Thani
  • Road from Amphoe Banphot Phisai to Hu Khwang
  • Road from Theerachai Market to Amphoe Pho Talay in Phichit province and to Amphoe Khanu Woralaksaburi in Kampheang Phet province
  • Highway 117 Nakhon Sawan – Phichit – Phitsanulok
  • Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2), Km 344 closed for 400 meters
  • Route to Amphoe Chum Saeng, Nakhon Sawan province
  • Route to Mae Wong National Park
  • Route to Wat Pa Siri Wattana Wisut
  • Tar Klee – Ban Mi Road

 

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • From Bangkok to the northern provinces: Use the route from Suphan Buri to Amphoe Pho Phraya in Ang Thong province, or the route from Suphan Buri to Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway 2 (AH-2), via Sing Buri province
  • From the northern provinces to Bangkok: From Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway 2 (AH-2), use the route from Suphan Buri or Ang Thong to Bangkok

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Attractions, restaurants, hotels and lodging along the Chao Phraya River
  • Ban Mon Pottery
  • Bung Boraphet & Water Bird Park
  • Chao Mae Na Pha Shrine
  • King Rama 5 Private Visit Route
  • Khok Mai Den Ancient City
  • Ko Yom
  • Route for “Visiting 9 Temples a Day”
  • Thepharak Shrine
  • Wat Kei Chai Nua
  • Wat Ko Hong
  • Wat Pa Siri Wattana Wisut
  • Wat Phra Prang Leuang
  • Wat Takien Leuan

 

Additional notes
  • Nakhon Sawan’s traditional Long-tailed Boat Competition is postponed from 7-16 October 2011 until 15-24 November 2011.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phichit

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding
  • Route to Chao Mae Tuptim Shrine and Wat Thalo, Amphoe Thalo
  • Route to Nakhon Chai Baworn Forest Park
  • Route to Wat Puttha Ket Mongkol
  • Highway 111 Sak Lek – Phichit
  • Highway 113 Bang Mun Nak – Phichit
  • Highway 1067 Bang Mun Nak – Pho Talay
  • Highway 1118 Taphan Hin –Bang Mun Nak
  • Highway 1221 Phichit –Phitsanulok
  • Highway 1289 Wang Sam Rong – Bang Lai
  • Highway 1304 Hua Dong –Yang Sam Ton

 

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • Highway 11 Tab Khlo – Sak Lek, Sak Lek –Wang Thong
  • Highway 115 Phichit Bypass Road
  • Highway 1070 Taphan Hin – Dong Sua Luang

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Chao Mae Tuptim Shrine, Amphoe Thalo
  • Nakhon Chai Baworn Forest Park, Amphoe Pho Talay
  • Wat Puttha Ket Mongkol (Wat Thewa Prasat), Amphoe Taphan Hin

Attractions affected by flooding but remain open
  • Wat Pho Prathap Chang, Amphoe Pho Prathap Chang
  • Wat Hirunyaram (Wat Bang Klan), Amphoe Pho Talay

 

Phitsanulok

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Night Bazaar
  • Suan Chom Nan Park

 

Uthai Thani

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding
  • All roads on Ko The Pho
  • Highway 333 to Uthai Thani
  • Intersection in front of Uthai Thani City Hall
  • Road from Amphoe Krok Phra, Nakhon Sawan province to Uthai Thani
  • Road in front of Uthai Thani Stadium
  • Ferry service between Chai Nat and Uthai Thani are suspended

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • From Bangkok to Uthai Thani: Use Don Jedi – Dan Chang – Ban Rai – Uthai Thani Road
  • From Nakhon Sawan or other northern provinces to Uthai Thani: Use Lad Yao – Sawang Arom – Tab Tun – Uthai Thani

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Agricultural tourism attractions
  • Biking route on Koh The Pho
  • In the city of Uthai Thani and Koh The Pho, most attractions, accommodations and restaurants are temporarily closed
  • Local History and Cultural Museum
  • Route for “Visiting 9 Temples a Day”
  • The Museum Hok Saetung
  • “Trok Rong Ya” Walking Street
  • Wat Chan Tharam (Wat Tha Soong)
  • Wat U Po Satharam (Wat Bot)

Additional notes
  • The “Tak Bat Thewo,” merit-making event will still be held on the morning of 13 October 2011 as planned, with monks from Khao Sakae Krang
  • Uthai Thani’s Traditional Long-tailed Boat Competition 2011 is cancelled

 

 

3.2    Northeast

a.      Provinces in the northeast not affected by the floods

 


  • Amnat Charoen
  • Buengkan
  • Buriram
  • Chaiyaphum
  • Loei
  • Mukdahan
  • Nakhon Phanom
  • Nakhon Ratchasima
  • Nong Bua Lam Phu
  • Nong Khai
  • Roi Et
  • Sakon Nakhon
  • Si Sa Ket
  • Surin
  • Ubon Ratchathani
  • Udon Thani
  • Yasothon


 

 

b.      Provinces in the northeast affected by the floods

 

Kalasin

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Lam Pao Wildlife Conservation Development and Promotion Station or Suan Sa-On

 

Khon Kaen

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Nam Phong National Park

 

 

Mahasarakham

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Kosumphee Forest Park

 

 

 


3.3    Central

 

a.      Provinces in the central region not affected by the floods

 


  • Chanthaburi
  • Chachoengsao
  • Chon Buri
  • Kanchanaburi
  • Phetchaburi
  • Prachuap Khiri Khan
  • Ratchaburi
  • Rayong
  • Samut Prakan
  • Samut Sakhon
  • Samut Songkhram
  • Sa Kaeo
  • Trat


b.      Provinces in the central region affected by the floods

 

Ang Thong

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding

 
  • Visitors should avoid traveling into Amphoe Muang, Ang Thong province due to the high water levels

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • To northern provinces: Use Highway 3195 Suphan Buri – Wiset Chai Chan via the Bypass Road Highway 334
  • To Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2): Use the Bypass Road

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Wat Ang Thong Worawihan
  • Wat Chaiyo Worawihan
  • Wat Khun Inthapramun
  • Wat Pamok Worawihan

 

 

Chai Nat

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding
  • The Chao Phraya River Crossing Bridge, in front of Wat Thammamun Worawihan - Wat Pak Khlong Makham Thao
  • Chai Nat – Manorom Road
  • Some parts of Highway 3183
  • Some parts of Highway 3213
  • The weir on Chao Phraya Dam Road
  • Highway 1 Chai Nat – Tar Klee, the route to Chai Nat is closed; the route from Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2) to Tar Klee remains open

 

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • To Amphoe Muang, Chai Nat: Use Highway 340 Bang Bua Thong – Suphan Buri – Chai Nat
  • To Nakhon Sawan or other northern provinces: Use Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2)

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Ton Nam Tha Chin Market
  • Wat Khao Tha Phra
  • Wat Pak Khlong Makham Thao
  • Wat Thammamun Worawihan

 

 

 

 

 

Lop Buri

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding
  • Highway 311 Lop Buri Bypass Road, Km 8 to Km 19
  • Lop Buri – Sing Buri Road, Km 159 to Km 166
  • Highway 3196 Lop Buri – Pho Kao Ton Road, Km 76 to Km 94

 

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • Highway 21 Chai Badan – Si Thep Road
  • Highway 32, also known as The Asian Highway (AH-2)

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Khao Samor Khon
  • Wat Cheng Tha
  • Wat Kung Tha Lao
  • Wat Lai
  • Wat Manee Cholkhan
  • Wat Thammikaram
  • Wat Thong Kung
  • Wat Tong Pu
  • Wat Yang Na Rangsi and the Lop Buri Boat Museum

 

 

Nakhon Nayok

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Sarika Waterfall

 

 

Nakhon Pathom

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Khlong Maha Sawat

Attractions affected by flooding but remain open
  • Bang Luang Old Market
  • Lam Phraya Floating Market

 

Attractions that are open and not affected by flooding
  • Samphran Elephant Ground & Zoo (Samphran Elephant Show & Crocodile Farm)
  • The Human Imagery Museum
  • Suan Sampran (Rose Garden)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nonthaburi

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Route for “Visiting 9 Temples a Day” by boat is closed for 1 month
  • Suan Kret Phutt
  • Wat Bangchak
  • Wat Choeng Lane
  • Wat Chim Phli Sutthawas
  • Wat Klang Kret
  • Wat Sao Thong Tong
  • Wat Tha It

 

Attractions affected by flooding but remain open
  • Ko Kret
  • Wat Paramai Yikawat
  • Wat Phai Lom
  • Wat Yai Sawang Arom
  • Wat Sang Siri Tham

 

 

Pathum Thani

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Ruean Phae Khao
  • Tao Ong Ang historical site (or Tao Sam Khok)
  • Wats / Temples along the east side of Chao Phraya River
  • Wat Bot, Sam Khok

 

Attractions that are open and not affected by flooding
  • Attractions in Rangsit and Thanya Buri

 

Prachin Buri

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Prachin Buri National Museum

 

Saraburi

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding
  • Highway 1 (Phahonyothin Road), Km 107, Amnuay Songkram Bridge is closed
  • Highway 3020 Phra Putthabat – Nong Don, Km 6 to Km 7
  • Highway 3034 Na Phra Lan–Cement plant at Ban Mor Road, Km14 to Km16
  • Highway 3224 Kaeng Khoi – Salang Phan, Km 9 to Km 10

 

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • Highway 362 Saraburi West-Ring Road
  • Phra Putthabat – Ban Mor Road

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Thai Yuan Cultural Study Centre

Attractions affected by flooding but remain open
  • Ban Ton Tan Floating Market

 

 

 

 

 

Sing Buri

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding

 
  • Highway 309 Sing Buri – Ang Thong
  • Highway 311 Sing Buri – Chai Nat

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • In Buri National Museum
  • Pak Bang Market
  • Wat Amphawan
  • Wat Klang Thanarin
  • Wat Kudi Thong
  • Wat Muang
  • Wat Sutthawas

 

 

 

Suphan Buri

Avoid these roads as some sections are closed due to flooding

 
  • Highway 340

 

Suggested alternate routes

 
  • Highway 321
  • Highway 333

 

Attractions temporarily closed due to flooding
  • Wat Manao
  • Wat Pu Bua
  • Wat Pho Charoen
  • Wat Phrao
  • Wat Sam Pasiu
  • Wat Wora Chan
  • Kao Hong Market
  • Pho Phraya Market

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.4    South

 

a.      Provinces in the south not affected by the floods


  • Chumphon
  • Krabi
  • Nakhon Si Thammarat
  • Narathiwat
  • Pattani
  • Phang Nga
  • Phatthalung
  • Phuket
  • Ranong
  • Songkhla
  • Satun
  • Surat Thani
  • Trang
  • Yala


 

(No provinces in the south have been affected by the floods)

Note: The above information was provided by TAT offices in Thailand.

 

Contact Information

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