Nakhon Phanom on Flood Alert as Mekong River Nears Critical Level
Flood concerns are escalating in Nakhon Phanom, Thailand, as the Mekong River's water level approaches the critical 12-meter mark, currently standing just 51 centimeters below it. Heavy rainfall has led to heightened alerts for riverside and low-lying communities.
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