Stop littering! Stop flooding! Join in solving the garbage problem and save the Bangkokians from the crisis.

Did you know?! One of the main causes of flooding is “garbage,” especially during heavy rains. The problem that often follows is flooding, which severely impacts travel and the daily lives of Bangkok residents.

Garbage clogging the drainage system is a major obstacle.
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Garbage that we dispose of inappropriately, especially plastic and foam, when washed down the drains by rain, will block the flow of water, slowing down drainage and causing water to overflow and flood the roads and various areas.
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In addition, waste is also a major obstacle to the operation of water pumps. As a result, the pumps cannot work at their full potential, causing water to overflow.
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Moreover, garbage in canals is a breeding ground for germs and emit foul odors, causing annoyance to the public.

Bangkok rushes to dredge drainage pipes to cope with flooding

To address this problem, Bangkok has been continuously dredging drainage pipes, deploying personnel and water pumps to expedite drainage at various risk areas, and maintaining water retention areas (monkey cheeks) to effectively accommodate rainwater. Furthermore, water pumps and mobile emergency response (BEST) personnel have been deployed to address flooding immediately.

In the event of heavy rainfall and high volumes of water, the Drainage and Sewerage Department will closely monitor the situation, coordinate with relevant agencies, and report weather conditions, as well as control water levels in canals and pumping ponds to maintain low levels as planned.

Let's join together and dispose of trash properly to prevent Bangkok from flooding!

While Bangkok has implemented various measures to prevent flooding, everyone's cooperation is crucial. We urge everyone to properly dispose of waste and avoid throwing it in canals or drains to ensure our drainage systems are efficient and fully capable of handling the rainfall.

We all have a part to play in taking care of our city. Properly disposing of waste not only helps prevent flooding, but also keeps the city clean and orderly. Let's work together to make Bangkok a livable city for everyone.

Thank you for the information from the page. Bangkok