KANCHANABURI: The Erawan National Park in Si Sawat district of this western province has imposed a swimming ban at the 7-tier Erawan waterfall, but visitors are still allowed access up to the 4th tier.
The ban was posted on Sunday on the park's Facebook page. The post said that a heavy downpour last night had caused the water to turn red and murky, with strong currents.
Five images of the waterfall were also posted for potential visitors to see. It was believed the downpour was a result of typhoon Mangkhut, which has been ravaging the Philippines and Hong Kong as it barrels into Southern China.
The Erawan waterfall is one of the country's most famous falls. It has seven tiers, named as Lai Khuen Rang, Wang Matcha, Pha Nam Tok, Ok Nang Phi Sua, Bua Mai Long, Dong Prueksa and Phu Pha Erawan.