Devastating Flooding at Elephant Nature Park Kills Two Elephants
Severe flooding in Chiang Mai's Elephant Nature Park led to the death of two elephants, with rescue efforts still underway. Rising waters overwhelmed evacuation efforts despite early warnings, and helicopters have been deployed for search operations. Out of 126 elephants, 114 were moved to safety, but two have died, and several remain unaccounted for.
In Chiang Mai's Mae Taeng district, the Elephant Nature Park suffered catastrophic flooding leading to the deaths of two elephants.
The park, which houses 126 elephants, was heavily impacted by rising waters that engulfed even elevated areas.
Phang Fah Sai, a female elephant, was found deceased near the Sibsan resort, while another elephant, believed to be the disabled Plang Mae Khor, remains unidentified.
Conservationist Saengduean Chailert announced that despite efforts to evacuate animals to higher ground, floodwaters overwhelmed the sanctuary.
Helicopters from the Royal Thai Air Force have been utilized to detect and locate missing elephants, with some detected sheltering on a nearby mountain.
While 114 elephants have been moved to safety, nine males remain stranded, two are confirmed dead, and one elephant is still missing.
Other animals including buffalo, goats, dogs, and cats have been successfully relocated.