Ramkhamhaeng University Flood Causes Over 200 Million Baht Damage
Ramkhamhaeng University in Bangkok suffered severe flooding that damaged more than half of its 65 buildings, with losses exceeding 200 million baht—the worst in over 40 years. Despite water levels reaching nearly two meters and lasting six days, the university says classes and end‑of‑term exams will proceed as scheduled. Cleanup and repairs are underway, with officials noting the campus’s low elevation hampered drainage.
Ramkhamhaeng University has been surveying and restoring its campus after days of continuous flooding that began on the night of Friday, September 25, and lasted until October 1, a period of more than six days. In some areas water rose to almost two meters, damaging more than half of the 65 buildings, particularly electrical equipment, control panels, and transformers. The estimated damage exceeds 200 million baht and may increase as submerged assets are still being inspected. The university avoided pumping water onto surrounding roads to lessen impact on nearby communities, but its low elevation relative to the roads made drainage difficult and prolonged the flood. Acting President Assistant Professor Wuttisak Lapjarernsap said the final cost could reach or surpass 200 million baht because many items remain underwater and uninspected. Cleanup crews are now removing water, cleaning facilities, and assessing structural and system damage to resume normal operations quickly. Repairs to electrical systems and related equipment will require detailed safety checks and may take considerable time. Despite the disruption, the university affirms that teaching will return to normal on Monday, October 5, 2026, and that end‑of‑term exams scheduled for October 14–28, 2026 will go ahead as planned, with alternative arrangements already prepared.
