Nan tourism operators propose flood management and farming adjustments

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Tourism operators in Nan, led by Tourism Council of Nan advisor Chanchai Lamsawat, proposed that the government invest in flood management infrastructure, such as weirs, to mitigate the economic impact of recurring annual flash floods. The proposal also suggested incentivizing farmers to shift away from monoculture farming in high-altitude areas, which contributes to poor water absorption and intensified flood currents. Although authorities issued timely alerts that allowed businesses to prepare, heavy rainfall recently caused flooding and landslides in Northern Thailand, resulting in lost opportunities for the local tourism industry.

Consequences

If the proposed flood management and agricultural adjustments are not implemented, the local economy may continue to suffer from regular disruptions during the rainy season. Meanwhile, hotels are maintaining flexible booking conditions to retain tourist confidence, while monitoring domestic spending levels which remain on par with the previous year.

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