Sai Yok National Park Shuts Waterfalls After Heavy Rain Flood
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Kanchanaburi’s Sai Yok National Park reports that the Khwae Noi River remains at high levels and is rising quickly after torrential rains. Park staff observed that the water at viewpoints in front of the waterfalls and near the suspension bridge is murky, fast‑flowing and strong, causing overflow into several areas of the park. Because of these conditions, the park has deemed it unsuitable to operate tourism services, water‑based activities, or overnight raft stays, as they could endanger lives and property. Consequently, the park has temporarily closed the large and small Sai Yok waterfalls, La Wa Cave, Dao Dung Cave, and associated rafting and camping zones until the situation returns to normal and safety is assured. Emergency plans have been put in place to mitigate impacts on nearby communities and to protect natural resources, with personnel maintaining 24‑hour surveillance of water levels. Updates can be obtained via the park’s Facebook page “Sai Yok National Park” or by calling 034‑686024.
