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Erawan National Park: 'Elephant Head' Culvert Breach Causes 3 Flash Floods, Swimming Banned
For the first time this year, the 'Elephant Head' culvert in Erawan National Park, Khao Soi District, Thailand, has breached, resulting in three flash floods. Park authorities have completely banned swimming within the park for safety reasons, an emergency measure to prevent accidents due to rapid water level increases.
In Erawan National Park, located in Khao Soi District, central Thailand, the 'Elephant Head' culvert has breached for the first time this year. This has resulted in three flash floods flowing down through the park. Prioritizing visitor safety due to the rapid water level increase and associated dangers, park authorities have implemented a complete ban on swimming within the park. Erawan National Park is a popular destination known for its beautiful waterfalls and rich nature, attracting numerous tourists. This swimming ban is an emergency response to the power of nature, highlighting the importance of the park's safety management system. While the cause of the breach and the extent of any damage have not yet been clarified, authorities are closely monitoring the situation and plan to consider lifting the swimming ban once safety is confirmed. Source: MGR Online (Regional)
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MGR Online (Regional)