MEA inspects electricity security at Bang Sue Canal drainage tunnel

Mr. Samreang Cheawchukool, Assistant Governor of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), along with the Department of Drainage & Sewerage, Bangkok, visited the Bang Sue Canal drainage tunnel to inspect the electricity system, install security equipment for the pumping station, and prepare and rehearse plans for effective drainage at Kiakkai Pumping Station, Pracharat 1 Road, Dusit, on July 9, 2020.

The assistant governor said that MEA, as a state-owned power distribution unit under the Ministry of Interior, recognises the importance of quality electricity distribution, including good handling of emergencies and disruptions, in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan areas. For the power distribution system of the pumping stations, the MEA mobilised staff to inspect the system before the rainy season at ten important locations including pumping stations, drainage tunnels, and tunnels, out of all 492 service areas, to ensure full efficiency and safety during the rainy season.

If people see damaged electrical cables or electrical equipment, they are asked to notify MEA officials via: all district offices, MEA Call Center at 1130, MEA social media platforms, or MEA Smart Life application on iOS and Android smartphones 24-hour downloadable at http://onelink.to/measmartlife.