Forest Runoff Floods Homes in Chiang Mai

CHIANG MAI, Sept 18 (TNA) – Forest runoff from Doi Inthanon Mountain triggered by heavy rain has inundated downstream communities, affecting over 100 houses and agricultural land in Chiang Mai.

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Floodwater flowed down streams and waterfalls, inundating homes on both sides of the Mae Klang creek.

Mr. Jaroen Phimkhan, chief of the provincial agriculture office said a total of 85 rai (approximately 34 acres) of farmland and rice paddies have suffered damage, affecting 62 farmers.

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