Banteay Meanchey: The rapid increase in flood levels has posed a serious risk to the safety of dams and irrigation systems in Mongkol Borey district, which could cause catastrophic flooding and directly affect the lives and property of citizens, prompting Mr. Chan Sinat, Secretary of State of the Ministry of Water Resources, and Mr. Khlok Nuoy, Deputy Governor of Banteay Meanchey province, to urgently intervene at the hot spots in Prao Char village, Chhet commune, and Por Bi Duom irrigation construction, Rohat Teuk commune on the evening of September 29, 2026.
In this emergency operation, Mr. Chan Sinat issued an urgent order for technical officials to increase monitoring of water conditions 24 hours a day, be prepared to open flood gates and urgently repair damaged dams or canals immediately, aiming to minimize the impact on crops and infrastructure.
In response and to prevent risks, Mr. Khlok Nuay stated that the authorities have prepared forces to cooperate with the ministry and have issued an appeal to residents living along rivers, canals and areas prone to severe flooding to increase caution and prepare to evacuate family members and property to safe places to avoid eventual accidents.
Article: Bun Samnang / DapNews
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