Thailand Mobilizes Pumps to Drain Floodwaters, Aids 9,000 Households
Thailand has deployed pumps and equipment to drain floodwaters affecting 9,000 households across six provinces, with priority given to hospitals and critical facilities to ensure safe access to healthcare and essential services.
On September 27, Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchat Chomklin instructed the Department of Water Resources to coordinate with provincial authorities and local government agencies to expedite relief efforts for communities affected by flooding and waterlogging. Staff, pumping equipment, and machinery have been deployed to drain water from residential areas, transportation routes, and key facilities, while agency buildings are being opened as temporary shelters and vehicle parking for affected residents.
Department of Water Resources Director-General Thirachunn Boonsit reported that all 11 regional water resource offices have been ordered to monitor and stand ready for immediate assistance. Water Resource Offices 2 and 6 have already installed twelve 10-30 inch pumps and are rushing to install eight additional units covering Singburi, Saraburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chanthaburi, Chachoengsao, and Sa Kaeo provinces. The efforts have already helped 9,018 households—approximately 34,000 people—including residents and travelers on affected routes. Special priority has been given to critical facilities, particularly hospitals. Pumps have been installed at Chakraphatphimolbejchr Hospital in Prachuap Khiri Khan, with additional units being prepared for Inburi Hospital in Singburi to accelerate water drainage and facilitate patient care and safe access for medical personnel.
Minister Suchat Chomklin stated that every moment residents suffer, swift action is required. Floodwaters must be drained urgently, and critical facilities—especially hospitals—must be prioritized to ensure people can access healthcare and live safely. He instructed all agencies to closely monitor the situation and fully coordinate with provinces and local authorities until conditions improve.
