Thap Lan tunnels face disruption after heavy rainfall and flooding damage

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS World

The recent flooding in Prachin Buri have left a trail of damage in their wake, particularly impacting Thap Lan tunnels. The Department of Highways has been assessing the aftermath now that the waters have subsided. The twin tunnels, integral parts of Highway 304 connecting Khao Yai and Thap Lan national parks, were rendered impassable due to heavy rainfall over several days.

The Kabin Buri highway’s section head, Chalermpol Kumthong, highlighted that the tunnels and the Highway 304 section linking to them were shut down in the morning but resumed operating by Thursday afternoon.

A thorough inspection conducted by Chalermpol’s team revealed nearly half of the installed lightbulbs were defunct, requiring immediate replacement. Additionally, certain stretches of a five-kilometre fence were severely damaged, necessitating…