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Heavy rain and flooding expected across Thailand; dams and waterways closely managed

July 18, 2025

Thailand braces for increased rainfall and possible flash floods from July 19–23, as the Royal Irrigation Department manages water levels and prepares for the impact on local communities.

Thai Authorities Brace for Heavy Rains, Deploy Teams Nationwide

June 30, 2025

The Royal Irrigation Department is mobilising personnel and machinery across high-risk regions as forecasters warn of intense rainfall from 1-5 July

Irrigation Department on high alert as record rainfall lashes Nan, Chiang Rai

SUNDAY, JUNE 29, 2025

SWOC reports over 300mm of rain in parts of Nan and Chiang Rai within 24 hours; flood response teams placed on full alert.

No damage found at 11 dams after 4.5 magnitude quake hit Chiang Mai

TUESDAY, JUNE 03, 2025

Following the earthquake, the department inspected 11 dams within a 25-kilometer radius of the epicenter.

11 provinces near Chao Phraya Dam urged to prepare for rising water levels

THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2025

Water levels in low-lying areas outside the embankments will rise by 0.50 to 1.30 metres in the coming days due to increased water discharge from the Chao Phraya Dam.

RID raises water discharge following heavy rain in northern Thailand

TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025

The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) increased water discharge on Tuesday after heavy rains in northern Thailand caused rising water levels in the Chao Phraya River.

Thai authorities warned of floods and landslides from May 23–26

WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025

Thai authorities have been urged to closely monitor the situation regarding waterlogging, flash floods and landslides across the country between May 23 and 26.

Thailand’s RID, UNDP boost Yom-Nan climate resilience efforts

TUESDAY, MAY 06, 2025

Thailand’s Royal Irrigation Department (RID), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a special project funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) to address recurring floods and droughts.

Sinking of aquatic weed-collecting boat at Kiu Lom Dam goes viral

TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2025

The sinking of a prototype aquatic weed-collecting boat in Lampang has gone viral on social media, as local residents claimed that the boat had never been put into actual use.

Irrigation Dept gears up for summer storms in upper Thailand

FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025

Provinces told to ensure run-off areas and drains are clear of debris as storms could bring flash floods to much of the country

Scenic beauty of three dams offer a respite from urban stress

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 02, 2024

Irrigation department invites public to visit the three northern locations and spend time in nature

Chai Nat braces for flood as Chao Phraya Dam ups discharge rate

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

Continued heavy rain and runoffs from North cause dam to raise outflow rate

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