Heavy Rain Floods Pua District, Washes Out Bridge
Heavy rains have flooded homes across Pua District in Nan Province and washed out the Chao Weir bridge, cutting off vehicle access on Route 1256. Authorities have mobilized rescue personnel and warn residents to avoid the damaged route.
The Nan Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office reported on August 19 that heavy rain in Pua District has caused the following situation: (1) Water has flooded residential homes in Thung Khong village, Uan Subdistrict; Nalaeng village, Tambon Silalang; Heia village, Tambon Silalang; and Hua Doi village, Tambon Silalang, affecting 5 households. (2) Water levels at the Yao River bridge in Uan Subdistrict are currently about 1 meter below the riverbank barrier. (3) The Pua District Officer has mobilized personnel and boats to Silalang Subdistrict Municipality and is coordinating with other municipalities to prepare for potential support needs.
Flooding has been reported across Sathan, Uan, Silalang, Silaphet, and Woranikorn subdistricts. The Chao Weir bridge on Route 1256, located about 19 kilometers from Doi Phu Ka National Park and 6 kilometers from Pua District town, has suffered severe erosion and structural damage, blocking passage for all vehicles. The office advises residents to avoid the route entirely and monitor weather and water-level updates closely.
