Nakhon Nayok:The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has launched a comprehensive relief effort to address severe flooding in the eastern provinces of Nakhon Nayok, Chachoengsao, and Prachinburi.
According to Thai News Agency, Minister Suchart Chomklin is coordinating the response, deploying resources such as boats, water pumps, and personnel to expedite water drainage and provide essential supplies to affected communities. This effort is part of the "One Ministry" strategy to ensure a unified and effective response across the region.
A forward operations center, directed by Deputy Permanent Secretary Mr. Phadet Laithong, has been set up to manage the relief activities. In Chachoengsao, the Marine and Coastal Resources Office Region 2 is actively assisting in Bang Khla district by distributing relief packages and necessary equipment to the public.
In Prachinburi, a team of 64 officers from various agencies is working to construct sandbag barriers and operate water pumps to mitigate flooding impacts. Additionally, 200 liters of bio-fermented water have been distributed to address stagnant and odorous floodwaters.
The Regional Water Resources Office 6 has contributed to these efforts by installing water pumps across the affected municipal areas to enhance drainage and reduce public inconvenience.
Minister Suchart has emphasized the importance of ongoing monitoring and rapid assistance to restore normalcy swiftly, adhering to the ministry's motto of united departmental cooperation to ensure no one is left behind.