SRT Announces the Cancellation of Thonburi - Namtok Train Route Between Namtok Station and Wang Pho Due to Flooding
Online Manager
14 May 2024, 12:07
Mr. Ekarat Sriarayanphong, Head of the Governor's Office of the State Railway of Thailand, announced that due to continuous heavy rain in many areas, water began flowing onto the railway tracks on May 14, 2024, at 12:40 a.m. This occurred between Namtok Station and Wang Pho in Kanchanaburi Province, resulting in unsafe driving conditions.
Therefore, the Railway is required to suspend the Thonburi - Namtok line between Namtok Station and Wang Pho, along with the suspension of one local train, starting from May 14, 2024, until further notice. The specific changes are as follows:
1. **Suspension of travel on the Thonburi - Namtok line between Namtok Station and Wang Pho for three trains:**
- Ordinary Train No. 260 (Namtok - Thonburi): Will operate only between Wang Pho and Thonburi.
- Local Train No. 485 (Kanchanaburi - Namtok): Will operate only between Kanchanaburi and Wang Pho.
- Ordinary Train Nos. 257/259 (Thonburi - Namtok): Will operate only between Thonburi and Wang Pho.
2. **Suspension of one local train:**
- Train No. 486 (Namtok - Kanchanaburi)
Following a preliminary inspection by railway officials, it was found that the tracks between kilometer markers 183/15 and 184/3, spanning approximately 220 meters, were flooded 25 centimeters above the rail ridge. The flood caused the railway track supports to be washed away, leading to the collapse and damage of the tracks. In the area of kilometer markers 184/6 to 184/9, the water level has decreased, allowing civil engineering officials to carry out repairs. It is expected that the bus service will resume as usual by noon today.
However, the railway continues to closely monitor the flood situation. Administrative staff, civil technicians, and station masters in the area are actively assessing and addressing the situation as needed. Personnel and safety measures are in place to ensure passenger safety.
Passengers who have purchased tickets for the affected trains and do not wish to travel can request a full refund at any train station ticket counter nationwide. For more information, contact the Customer Service Center at 1690, available 24 hours a day. Passengers intending to travel are advised to check for updates before their journey.
Noon Today! Reopening of the Thonburi-Namtok Bus Line with Four Trains After Flood Damage
Daily News, 14 May 2024, 11:45 a.m.
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The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is ready to reopen the Thonburi-Namtok line with a total of four local trains at noon today. This comes after flooding had damaged the railway tracks, with water levels reaching 25 cm above the rail ridge, washing away rail supports. SRT is closely monitoring the situation to ensure passenger convenience.
Mr. Ekarat Sriarayanphong, Head of the Governor's Office at the SRT, revealed that SRT is urgently repairing the railway in the area of kilometer markers 183/15-184/3 between Namtok Station and Wang Pho in Kanchanaburi Province. Heavy rains caused flood levels to rise 25 centimeters above the rail ridge over a distance of approximately 220 meters, washing away the railroad bed stones and causing the railway to collapse and damage the area of kilometer markers 184/6-184/9. Repairs are expected to be completed, and train services are anticipated to resume as usual at 12:00 noon today (14 May 2024).
Mr. Ekarat further stated that due to this incident, the SRT had temporarily halted the Thonburi-Namtok line between Namtok Station and Wang Pho. Consequently, one local train service will be suspended temporarily as follows:
1. The Thonburi-Namtok train service will be suspended between Namtok Station and Wang Pho.
- Regular train number 260 Namtok-Thonburi will operate only between Wang Pho and Thonburi.
- Local train number 485 Kanchanaburi-Namtok will operate only between Kanchanaburi and Wang Pho.
- Ordinary trains 257/259 Thonburi-Namtok will operate only between Thonburi and Wang Pho.
2. Local train 486 Namtok-Kanchanaburi will not operate.
Mr. Ekarat assured that SRT is closely monitoring the flood situation. Civil engineering officials and station masters in the area are assessing and implementing appropriate corrective measures. Personnel and safety measures have been prepared to ensure safe travel for passengers. Citizens who have purchased tickets for the affected trains can request a full refund at any train station ticket counter nationwide. For more information, please contact the Customer Service Center at telephone number 1690, available 24 hours a day. Passengers wishing to travel with SRT are advised to check the details again before traveling.
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