Chao Phraya Dam in Chai Nat province has increased its rate of discharge as run-off from heavy rains in the North surges down the Chao Phraya River. (Photo by Chudet Sihawong)The Chao Phraya Dam in Chai Nat province has increased its discharge rate as the water level in the reservoir continues to rise on high-volume run-off from the North. The average water level downstream rose immediately by 29 centimetres to 10.15m above MSL. The increase in the release rate is expected to cause rises in water levels further downstream of 10cm to 20cm. Villagers are calling for a further increase in the discharge rate from the Chao Phraya Dam to help ease the situation.

Source: Bangkok Post May 23, 2017 04:07 UTC