Bangkok, May 1- MEA cares about the latest summer storm warning. Recommend ways to prevent electrical hazards as announced by the Meteorological Department on May 1, 2023, No. 8, regarding summer storm warning in Thailand. Indicates that on May 1, 2023 there will be thunderstorms, strong winds and hail in some places. Lightning may occur in some areas. including the central region Bangkok and its vicinity
Mr. Komkrit Sakrik, MEA's Corporate Communications Director or Metropolitan Electricity Authority, said that the MEA, as an agency under the Ministry of Interior, Take care of the electricity distribution system in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samutprakarn areas. People are concerned about the dangers of thunderstorms that will occur. which may cause a strong windstorm It is advisable to inspect the billboard structure to be in a strong, stable and safe condition. And check the distance of the billboard to the electric wire more because it may affect the electrical system, causing a power outage. And urged people to stay away from billboards, large trees, and unhealthy structures near power lines. Because the branches may be broken from strong winds and draped over the poles. or the power line is broken Danger to life and property It is also recommended that people inspect electrical equipment if it is damaged, speed up repairs. and explore the trees planted in their own homes Keep the branches at a safe level, not disconnecting the power line, as this can cause a power outage.
However, if the public sees the MEA's electrical wires or electrical equipment damaged or in an unsafe condition Able to notify MEA officers in every district or at the electricity consumer information center. Metropolitan Electricity Authority MEA Call Center 1130, including being able to notify via social media channels such as Facebook: Metropolitan Electricity Authority MEA, Line: MEA Connect, Twitter: @mea_news or report power outages via MEA Smart Life, an application. Available 24 hours a day on MEA's iOS and Android smartphones. Free download, click https://onelink.to/measmartlife. .-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency