Baby elephant cries as mother swept away in Thai floods (video)
A baby elephant’s fearful calls echoed as its mother was swept away by powerful floodwaters in northern Thailand. Torrential rains overnight led to severe flooding in several northern provinces, including Phayao, Nan, Chiang Rai, and Phrae, causing widespread damage to homes and agricultural lands.
The dramatic incident unfolded when a large mother elephant was caught in the fierce currents, struggling to stay afloat. Her calf, standing on the riverbank, watched helplessly, trumpeting in distress. A video of the heart-stopping moment was shared by a Facebook user, Kwan Daeng Phu Phing, capturing the intensity of the situation.
Torrential rains led to significant flooding overnight, impacting northern Thailand. The video shows the large mother elephant being swept away by the strong current while her calf, Phu Phing, anxiously calls for her from the riverbank.
The video, which has since gone viral, shows the mother elephant, Mae Noi Noi, attempting to cross the river as the water surged around her. The Facebook user added a comment to the ensuing drama.
“A tense moment as Mae Noi Noi tries to cross the powerful current. Will she make it back? Phu Phing is calling for her. Join us in this nail-biting moment.”
The heavy rains that caused the river to swell have affected multiple northern provinces. The flooding has inundated homes and farmlands, making recovery efforts particularly challenging. Witnesses described the river waters as unusually high and fast-moving, a result of the relentless downpour.
Local officials have been working to manage the flooding and assist affected residents. The disaster has prompted a coordinated response from various agencies to provide relief and support to those impacted. Despite these efforts, the suddenness and severity of the flooding have posed considerable challenges.
The flooding in northern Thailand continues to be monitored closely as weather forecasts predict more rain in the coming days. Residents in affected areas have been advised to stay vigilant and prepare for possible evacuations. The government and local organisations prioritise swift and effective responses to mitigate further damage and ensure the safety of all affected, reported KhaoSod.
