CHACHOENGSAO — 9 October 2026, Residents of Pak Nam subdistrict in Bang Khla district, Chachoengsao, have endured flooding for more than two weeks, with reports that the situation could continue for another 30 days adding to their anxiety over how long they must live with the hardship.
Flooding continued to disrupt daily life in Bang Khla, particularly in Pak Nam, where many families have been living with standing water for more than two weeks. The possibility of another month of flooding has left residents worried about the prolonged impact on their homes, livelihoods and families.
Jintana, a flood victim in Moo 1 of Pak Nam, shared CCTV footage from Soi Anamai Kao with reporters showing large trucks driving through the lane without slowing down. The vehicles generated waves that surged over sandbag barriers installed by residents and pushed water into their homes, causing further damage to belongings.
She appealed to heavy truck drivers to avoid the lane unless necessary. Those who must use the route should drive slowly and carefully to prevent waves from damaging homes already affected by flooding. She also urged relevant authorities to consider measures such as restricting large vehicles or organising traffic in vulnerable areas.
Thanathon, a hospital patient assistant at Bang Khla Hospital and a flood victim, said residents had faced severe difficulties over the past two weeks. Although some damaged household items might not appear valuable to others, they represented years of hard work for their owners, making their loss deeply distressing.
Getting to work has also become a major challenge. Even when workplaces remain dry, flooded roads make commuting difficult. Many residents cannot afford to stop working because they still need to earn money and support their families.
If the flooding continues for 30 days, Thanathon warned, the impact on residents’ mental health and living conditions could become severe. Families caring for bedridden patients, elderly people and others requiring close supervision face particular difficulties, as moving them out of their homes is challenging when roads are flooded and assistance is limited.
Access to food and sanitation is another concern, especially in areas that emergency workers struggle to reach. Using toilets has become particularly difficult for women and older residents who must remain in flooded communities for extended periods.
Thanathon added that stagnant floodwater was beginning to deteriorate, producing foul smells and leaving rubbish behind, further complicating daily life.
He thanked government agencies, organisations and volunteers who have continued helping residents, saying every act of assistance matters even in areas that are difficult to access.
He also called for lasting solutions to prevent similar flooding from recurring year after year, as residents continue to suffer losses to their property, income, work and everyday lives. He urged authorities to accelerate water management plans and establish clear assistance measures so people can plan their lives without facing prolonged uncertainty.
