MANAGEMENT OF FLOOD PROBLEMS IN PATHUMTHANI PROVINCE

Abstract

This research has the objectives 1) to study the role and needs of localities in managing and solving flood problems 2) to study factors that strengthen relationships 3) to propose guidelines for developing management and solving flood problems in Pathum Thani Province. It is research combining methods consisting of In-depth interviews of 11 people and a quantitative sample of 60 people. Tools used in the study. These are interviews and questionnaires. Qualitative data were analyzed by content analysis. Quantitative data were analyzed by finding frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

          The results of the research found that 1. Local roles and needs include: 1.1 Local budgets are insufficient for implementation. 1.2 Clarity and connections should be created in coordination. 1.3 Technology and innovation should be used more in coordination. 2 Factors that strengthen relationships were found before the flood disaster occurred. There is a high level of consolidation of the budget to solve flood problems at the central level, with an average of X ̅ = 3.55, while the management of flood problems in Pathum Thani Province Achieved at a low level with an average of X ̅ = 2.10, especially at the central, regional and local levels. Solving the problem of flooding in different directions Coordination of plans both within and across sectors is not clear. Lack of integration with the average being at a low level Pathum Thani Province Districts and local administrative organizations Water sources, ponds, and ponds should be created in the village. Make it a monkey's cheek. 3.3 Plant trees, plant forests, increase the amount of trees. Let's jointly pass laws. 3.4 Plan cities for the future. 3.5 Use moral principles to create unity.