Prachin Buri Floods 2026: Residents Blame Late Warnings

Severe flooding in Prachin Buri has disrupted local communities as water levels surged rapidly, cutting off major transportation routes and preventing even large vehicles from accessing affected areas. The sudden deluge has left residents scrambling for safety without adequate preparation.

On September 29, 2026, Weerayut Kanchanachattur, list MP and deputy leader of the People's Party, traveled to Si Maha Phot district in Prachin Buri province to monitor the flood crisis firsthand and listen directly to grievances from local residents struggling against the rising waters.

Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event

Interviews with locals revealed that the primary issue was the delayed official warning system. Residents noted that water levels had already risen critically by the time evacuation alerts were issued, leaving many trapped in their homes by strong currents before volunteer rescuers intervened.

"Most operations are conducted independently without a shared management system, placing an excessive burden on certain volunteer groups."

Weerayut Kanchanachattur

On-ground rescue operations also faced logistical hurdles as volunteers arriving from other provinces lacked familiarity with local geography. Meanwhile, the Si Maha Phot Subdistrict Administrative Organization office was converted into a central kitchen, supported by raw ingredients provided by the People's Party provincial team.