Phnom Penh: The Cambodian Authority for Mine Action and Mine Relief (Maoist Authority) has recommended strengthening measures to prevent and control hazards from explosive ordnance (mines, cluster munitions and explosive remnants of war) during and after floods.
According to the instructions of the Maoist Authority on July 16, 2026, according to the weather forecast of the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology, the Kingdom of Cambodia is currently experiencing the effects of the 9th typhoon, Bavi T2609, and the 11th typhoon, Haishen T2611, which may cause the capital and some provinces to be affected by rainfall that may cause flooding.
The Maoist Authority continued that during and after the floods, some explosive ordnance was found due to Landslides from areas with anti-personnel mines, anti-vehicle mines, cluster bombs, and explosive remnants of war can pose a threat to the lives of citizens, especially those living in areas affected by these explosive ordnance.
To prevent and mitigate the risks of explosive ordnance during and after floods, the Mine Action Authority would like to advise all provincial and municipal mine action committees, all education operators, and relevant ministries and institutions on the risks of explosive ordnance, and call on citizens to cooperate in implementing some urgent measures.
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