Wang Cam Bridge is in a state of collapse over the Ping River, Klang Klung District, Kampung Phet Province. The water ran faster and faster. Taking out the original wrecked ship caused more damage. Parents pick up their children after school and run home across the bridge.
On October 2, 2023 at 4:00 PM, at “Sreemongol Wachiranusorn Bridge” (Wang Cam Bridge), a bridge over the Ping River connecting Mae Lat Sub-District, Klong Klung District, Kampung Phet Province across Wang Cam Sub-District. , which has increased since yesterday afternoon. Parents of the area were waiting to pick up children returning home after school. Still walking across the bridge barefoot, the children hurriedly ran to the collapsed area.
Mr. Sattip Rujanassery, Kampung Phet Provincial Governor along with relevant agencies went to the area to re-inspect. A strict no-crossing order was issued as the bridge was in danger of collapsing at any moment. At this time the water level in the Ping River is flowing rapidly. And the volume continues to rise and if it rains in the northern part the water level will rise. And surely the bridge will collapse soon.
Reporters said that the Sri Mongol Wachiranusorn Bridge or Wang Cam Bridge was built in 2004 and has been in operation for a total of 19 years, and the piers of the bridge have been found to have collapsed. It is clear to the naked eye that the Ping River has high water flow due to high flow. The reason for this is the amount of rain that falls in the region and the overflow of water from the northern states. When reporters visited the area, the sound of the bridge was always heard. The top of the bridge is cracked. And ship clear bottom On October 2, 2023 at 10:00 am, the Kampung Fed Rural Roads Department officials set up a cement floor to permanently block traffic. People should be prevented from crossing as it may cause danger. And bridges are prone to collapse anytime.
Earlier, in early 2023, the bridge piers collapsed, but not significantly. As it continued to deteriorate until May 2023, the Kampung Phet Rural Highway District authorities installed warning signs and cement barriers stating that large and heavy vehicles are strictly prohibited from crossing the bridge. For safety and prevent danger to life and property of people. There are only small cars and motorcycles. It can still be operated The relevant agencies are aware of the matter and are currently awaiting the 2024 repair budget from the Ministry of Transport. It has been reported to villagers and local leaders that the Kamphaeng Phet Rural Road Authority is ready to repair the hammock to make it usable as before for the 2024 budget.
Meanwhile, there are many villagers on both sides of the Ping River who are affected by traffic jams. Heavy vehicles, including agricultural vehicles of the villagers, cannot cross easily. You have to take a detour to cross the Klong Klung Bridge. and Kanu Woralaksapuri Bridge, 20-30 km away, while the term marks the end of the semester examination period, said parents of students in the area. Traveling can be difficult. Some stopped their motorcycles and asked to walk across to the other side as they could not get around.
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