SkyHydrant at Kuan Im Shrine

12 January 2024, Disaster Aid Thailand, in collaboration with Disaster Aid Australia, has installed the fourth SkyHydrant water filtration unit at the Kuan Im Shrine in Yala. This installation is part of a concerted effort to provide clean drinking water to communities affected by the severe flooding in the region.

Flooding Impact in Yala

Yala has faced extensive damage due to the heaviest rainfall in decades, resulting in widespread flooding. The floods have impacted nine districts including Muang Yala, Bannang Sata, Ra Ngae, Than To, Kalumpong, Betong, Thung Yala, and Bacho. Nearly 6,000 homes have been damaged, leading to significant challenges for residents​.

Floodwaters have submerged roads and homes, especially in low-lying areas, disrupting daily life and making transportation difficult. The Tuebo-Sateng Nok road, for instance, has been reported to be about one meter under water, rendering it impassable for small vehicles.

Relief Efforts at Kuan Im Shrine

The installation of the SkyHydrant unit at Kuan Im Shrine is crucial for providing safe drinking water to the affected communities. This unit can produce up to 10,000 liters of clean water per day, which is essential for preventing waterborne diseases and ensuring the well-being of the residents during the flood recovery process.

Our teams have been working closely with local authorities to ensure that the relief efforts are effectively coordinated. This includes deploying resources efficiently and addressing the immediate needs of the flood victims. The installation at Kuan Im Shrine complements the previous installations at other critical locations, further strengthening our support to the flood-hit areas.

This initiative is part of Disaster Aid Thailand’s broader strategy to support flood relief and recovery across the most severely affected regions.

For more information and updates on our relief efforts, please visit our website.