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The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration announced on its Facebook page that, at 15:00 on 14 October 2026, it had opened the Khlong Luang Phaeng drainage gate by 50 cm to divert water from Khlong Nakorn Nueang Ket into Khlong Praves Burirom. This could raise water levels within an hour. Areas to monitor include Khu Thung Kum Rai and Khu Lam Tai Ting in Nong Chok District, and Khu Khum Thong in Lad Krabang District. Residents are advised to watch water levels, report abnormalities to local district offices, and contact the Drainage Department via Line @traffyfondue, phone 02‑248‑5115, or the Bangkok hotline 1555.

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