Banteay Meanchey: The flood situation in Banteay Meanchey province changed rapidly on the afternoon of September 30, 2026, with water levels in Poipet city, Malai district, and Ochrov district gradually receding, but the amount of rainfall combined with water from Thailand has diverted its direction to severely flood Serey Sophon city, Mongkol Borey district, and Phnom Sok district, and is threatening Preah Net Preah district further.
Faced with this emergency, Mr. Um Ratay, Governor of Banteay Meanchey Province, has issued strict orders for the authorities of the cities and districts affected by the flooding to deploy a combined force to urgently evacuate citizens to safe places. Immediately, the governors of Serey Sophon, Mongkol Borey and Phnom Srok districts led forces directly to the affected areas to rescue, set up shelters and advise residents to increase their vigilance.
Along with the evacuation, provincial authorities rushed to deliver food donations and emergency supplies to distribute to residents in safe areas. To ensure that no one is left without food or shelter during this difficult time.
In addition, at the temporary shelters, the team has prepared to install toilets, clean water and electricity, assign a 24-hour medical team, and deploy police and civil defense forces to absolutely protect the security and property of the people.
Article: Bun Samnang/DapNews
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