It also knocked over electricity poles and ripped the roofs off buildings. Rangers and other workers claimed it was the fiercest storm they had seen in over 40 years and that it would take at least three days to pick up the debris and put the park to rights again.
A 100-strong force of workers kicked off the cleanup operation on Wednesday. Power and communications cables also need to be connected again before the sanctuary can reopen to the public.
Ton Nga Charng Waterfall and Sanctuary is one of the highlights of a visit to the southern Thai hub town of Hat Yai. The falls cascade over seven tiers and, when the water flow is not too strong, are a magical sight.
12GO ASIA says Ton Nga Charng is less than 30kms from Hat Yai Railway Station. What’s more, it is quite easy to get to as tuk-tuks and local minibuses from the town offer transport options to suit all budgets.
Storm damage closes iconic Songkhla Ton Nga Charng Waterfall
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Following a violent storm, rangers at Ton Nga Charng Wildlife Sanctuary were forced to close off its celebrated waterfall. The storm in the Songkhla park on Tuesday uprooted trees and blew broken branches all over the place.