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Is it safe to cross at Mae Sai given the current flooding conditions?

Mae Sai Flooding Border Crossing Travel Advice Chiang Rai Road Conditions

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Hey guys.

Has anyone been north with the flooding?

I have to head up Friday, but wondering if there have been any issues with crossing at Mae Sai?

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There are currently no reports of issues with crossing at Mae Sai despite recent flooding. One user confirmed being in the area recently without problems, while another recommended checking conditions as they can change rapidly. Alternative routes through Fang were suggested for a more relaxing drive, although the quickest route via Chiang Rai may involve construction and gravel sections.

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I was there yesterday. No problems.

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Ian ***************

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Might want to keep watching for changing conditions.

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Mark *******

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Ah... recommend the route through Fang as it's more relaxing (traffic wise) and less construction. But the route through CR is usually quicker but has a long section of gravel (mud) I think (unless they've finished the construction).

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Shayne **********

Shayne **********

Confirmed. Still a lot of road construction. In a Fortuner it wasn't an issue.

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Matt *********

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Mark *******

Mark *******

I'm going there Friday too. Bus?

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Tod *********

At this time there are no reports of any border crossings being closed.

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Matt *********

Matt *********

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Thanks mate.

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