FROC lists 5 new evacuation centers
Today, the public relations unit of the Flood Relief Operations Center announced five new evacuation centers in Bangkok and its vicinity as follows;
1) Thai-Japanese Bangkok Youth Center under the responsibility of the Bureau of Community Welfare Protection district 2. Call 089-9686374, 084-0930278 and 087-7115548.
2) Fashion Island Center under the responsibility of the Bureau of Community Welfare Protection district 7. Call 089-9686375, 087-6885762 and 087-0651766.
3) German- Holland Beer Bar under the responsibility of the Bureau of Community Welfare Protection district 12. Call 081-937644, 087-3224739 and 081-6155047
4) Sri Iam Temple under the responsibility of the Bureau of Community Welfare Protection district 4. Call 087-9060338,081-2680924 and 084-15967776.
5) The Mall Bang Khae under the responsibility of the Bureau of Community Welfare Protection district 11. Call 081-1730162, 087-9370037 and 084-5482480.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Tuesday, November 01, 2011
Urgent Announcement: Siriraj Hospital admits only emergency cases and critrically-ill patients
Urgent Announcement: Siriraj Hospital admits only emergency cases and critrically-ill patients
Today, Clinical Professor Doctor Teerawat Kultanan, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, announced that Siriraj Hospital is at risk of inundation. The hospital, thus, is able to admit only emergency cases or critically-ill patients from now until the flooding situation gets better.
For further information, contact Siriraj Hospital's public relations division at 0 24197319-20, 0 2419 7599, 0 2419 7646-50.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Today, Clinical Professor Doctor Teerawat Kultanan, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, announced that Siriraj Hospital is at risk of inundation. The hospital, thus, is able to admit only emergency cases or critically-ill patients from now until the flooding situation gets better.
For further information, contact Siriraj Hospital's public relations division at 0 24197319-20, 0 2419 7599, 0 2419 7646-50.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Special Report: 10 healthcare tips during flooding period
Special Report: 10 healthcare tips during flooding period
Dr Malinee Sukvechvorakij, Deputy Governor of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) said Bangkok Health Department has summarized flood victims's health conditions and healthcare problems. The department, thus, urges the people to take care of their health during flooding period with these 10 healthcare tips, as followed.
1.Constantly keep your body clean, especially your feet. After getting in contact with floodwater, you should wash your hands with soap and dry them. Also keep your hands clean by frequently washing them or using the hand gel.
2.In case of wading into the water, wear boots and apply ointment in order to prevent Athlete's foot. Carry long stick and intermittently hit the water to keep the poisonous animals away.
3.Be careful not to let the water get into your eyes for prevention of conjunctivitis.
4.Keep the utensil clean to prevent the gastronomical diseases.
5.Chose to eat healthy food. If there are bad smell or rancid, you should avoid the food.
6.Keep the children away from the flooding areas.
7.When having flu or conjunctivitis, you should isolate yourself in order to prevent the infection from others. Frequently washing hands and wearing hygiene mask are also advisable.
8.In case of any electrical leakage, if the flood reaches plugs, it is necessary to cut off the electrical supply.
9.Sandbags are to be used to close the lavatory for preventing the reflux. Using the 2nd floor toilet or using bags as a temporary toilet, keep the wastes and dispose them later after the flood reduces. You can put lime or EM first.
10.Practise stress reduction by talking to yourself, listening to the music and working on correct breathing.
Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Dr Malinee Sukvechvorakij, Deputy Governor of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) said Bangkok Health Department has summarized flood victims's health conditions and healthcare problems. The department, thus, urges the people to take care of their health during flooding period with these 10 healthcare tips, as followed.
1.Constantly keep your body clean, especially your feet. After getting in contact with floodwater, you should wash your hands with soap and dry them. Also keep your hands clean by frequently washing them or using the hand gel.
2.In case of wading into the water, wear boots and apply ointment in order to prevent Athlete's foot. Carry long stick and intermittently hit the water to keep the poisonous animals away.
3.Be careful not to let the water get into your eyes for prevention of conjunctivitis.
4.Keep the utensil clean to prevent the gastronomical diseases.
5.Chose to eat healthy food. If there are bad smell or rancid, you should avoid the food.
6.Keep the children away from the flooding areas.
7.When having flu or conjunctivitis, you should isolate yourself in order to prevent the infection from others. Frequently washing hands and wearing hygiene mask are also advisable.
8.In case of any electrical leakage, if the flood reaches plugs, it is necessary to cut off the electrical supply.
9.Sandbags are to be used to close the lavatory for preventing the reflux. Using the 2nd floor toilet or using bags as a temporary toilet, keep the wastes and dispose them later after the flood reduces. You can put lime or EM first.
10.Practise stress reduction by talking to yourself, listening to the music and working on correct breathing.
Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) : More sluice gates need to be opened
FROC: More sluice gates need to be opened
The Public Relations Unit of the Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) said that there is the necessity to open a lot more sluice gates such as Phraya Surane sluice gate in Khlong Sam Wa, resulting in a greater amount of water flowing into many districts of Bangkok. This will cause the flood water in communities situated along the canal to be 10-50 cm higher.
As for Prem Prachakon Canal, which already sees flood water behind its banks, it also has to bear the constant and rapid rise of water flows from Rangsit Canal. Therefore, the residents in the communities along the canal including Sai Mai, Khan Na Yao, Saphan Soong, Bueng Kum, Suan Luang, Bang Kapi, Don Mueang, Lak Si, Chatuchak and Bang Sue districts have to carefully watch out and be prepared for an announcement on relocation of belongings to higher grounds.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Public Relations Unit of the Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) said that there is the necessity to open a lot more sluice gates such as Phraya Surane sluice gate in Khlong Sam Wa, resulting in a greater amount of water flowing into many districts of Bangkok. This will cause the flood water in communities situated along the canal to be 10-50 cm higher.
As for Prem Prachakon Canal, which already sees flood water behind its banks, it also has to bear the constant and rapid rise of water flows from Rangsit Canal. Therefore, the residents in the communities along the canal including Sai Mai, Khan Na Yao, Saphan Soong, Bueng Kum, Suan Luang, Bang Kapi, Don Mueang, Lak Si, Chatuchak and Bang Sue districts have to carefully watch out and be prepared for an announcement on relocation of belongings to higher grounds.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Eco-toilets sent to flood victims
Eco-toilets sent to flood victims
Dentist Dr Surasing Wisarutrat, Deputy Public Health Physician of Chiang Mai, revealed that the Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health Office has sent a team of doctors and volunteers to assist flood victims in the central region for the second time.
So far, a hundred of doctors, nurses, and public health volunteers have been sent along with 27 mobile public health vehicles. On the second visit, the Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health Office, in cooperation with Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna Payap Campus, gave 100 sets of mobile toilets each consisting of plastic chair and lid to the flood victims in Nong Tao sub-district, Kao Liew district, Nakhon Sawan province.
The emergency toilets, which can bear weight of more than 100 kilograms, are easily used and environmentally friendly as they can be cleaned up with the use of antiseptic liquid, or EM, and lime, after which they can be reused.
The first lot of 500 eco toilets is targeted to be delivered to flooded areas constantly, the Chiang Mai Deputy Public Health Physician added.
CHIANG MAI, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Dentist Dr Surasing Wisarutrat, Deputy Public Health Physician of Chiang Mai, revealed that the Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health Office has sent a team of doctors and volunteers to assist flood victims in the central region for the second time.
So far, a hundred of doctors, nurses, and public health volunteers have been sent along with 27 mobile public health vehicles. On the second visit, the Chiang Mai Provincial Public Health Office, in cooperation with Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna Payap Campus, gave 100 sets of mobile toilets each consisting of plastic chair and lid to the flood victims in Nong Tao sub-district, Kao Liew district, Nakhon Sawan province.
The emergency toilets, which can bear weight of more than 100 kilograms, are easily used and environmentally friendly as they can be cleaned up with the use of antiseptic liquid, or EM, and lime, after which they can be reused.
The first lot of 500 eco toilets is targeted to be delivered to flooded areas constantly, the Chiang Mai Deputy Public Health Physician added.
CHIANG MAI, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Water begins receding in Ayutthaya, normalcy to return in a month
Water begins receding in Ayutthaya, normalcy to return in a month
The flood level within Ayutthaya province is on the decline, prompting authorities to begin draining water out of the old city. The overall situation is expected to return to normal within one month’s time.
Improvements have been reported in the flood situation within Ayutthaya with decreases in flood levels of between 10-50 centimeters in Tha Ruea, Nakhon Luang, Bang Pahan, Ban Phraek and Maha Rat districts and between 1-5 centimeters in Bang Ban, Phak Hai, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Bang Pa-in and Bang Sai.
Upon the declining water levels in the Chao Phraya and the Pa Sak Rivers, Ayutthaya Mayor Somsong Sappakosonlakul has instructed related officials to hastily siphon the floodwater out of the ancient city area of Ko Mueang. Ruptures on the flood barrier along Mahachai Canal have been blocked while nine large water pumping machines have been installed with a total capacity to discharge up to 1,000 cubic meters of water into the river per hour.
It is expected that roads will be reopened to traffic within the next ten days and normalcy will be restored in Ayutthaya within one month. Even though five industrial estates are still submerged, the authorities are waiting for the water to recede further before carrying out a recovery mission.
AYUTTHAYA, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 31 October 2011
The flood level within Ayutthaya province is on the decline, prompting authorities to begin draining water out of the old city. The overall situation is expected to return to normal within one month’s time.
Improvements have been reported in the flood situation within Ayutthaya with decreases in flood levels of between 10-50 centimeters in Tha Ruea, Nakhon Luang, Bang Pahan, Ban Phraek and Maha Rat districts and between 1-5 centimeters in Bang Ban, Phak Hai, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Bang Pa-in and Bang Sai.
Upon the declining water levels in the Chao Phraya and the Pa Sak Rivers, Ayutthaya Mayor Somsong Sappakosonlakul has instructed related officials to hastily siphon the floodwater out of the ancient city area of Ko Mueang. Ruptures on the flood barrier along Mahachai Canal have been blocked while nine large water pumping machines have been installed with a total capacity to discharge up to 1,000 cubic meters of water into the river per hour.
It is expected that roads will be reopened to traffic within the next ten days and normalcy will be restored in Ayutthaya within one month. Even though five industrial estates are still submerged, the authorities are waiting for the water to recede further before carrying out a recovery mission.
AYUTTHAYA, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 31 October 2011
Boats found in Energy Ministry are solely for public donation
Boats found in Energy Ministry are solely for public donation
Energy Ministry's spokesperson claimed the boats found in the ministry would be distributed to the people, however, the steel boats needed to be returned to the donors to save users from electrical shock.
According to Mr Patchara Naripthaphan, the Energy Ministry's spokesperson, the boats in the Ministry of Energy belong to the ministry and other organizations under the ministry. They are being managed and distributed by the officials to ensure the efficient donation system. So far, more than 1,000 boats have been donated to the flood victims in 7 provinces and other 333 boats have been donated though the Flood Relief Operation Center (FROC).
He added that the ministry's name sign attached on the side of the boats are for making sure that the donated boats would be used for the community's benefits and not for personal purpose since they were large boats. Nevertheless, the ministry has to return the steel boats to the donors since iron is the conductor which might pose risk of electrical shock to the users.
Mr Patchara confirmed that the donation items sent to the ministry would not be destroyed like the ones in the FROC, Don Muang Airport. He claims that the Energy Ministry only brings the donation items to the flood victims, but it does not act as a receiver. Moreover, today more than 100 boats will be distributed, leaving about 10 boats which the nearby communities which the officials can use in cases of floods.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Energy Ministry's spokesperson claimed the boats found in the ministry would be distributed to the people, however, the steel boats needed to be returned to the donors to save users from electrical shock.
According to Mr Patchara Naripthaphan, the Energy Ministry's spokesperson, the boats in the Ministry of Energy belong to the ministry and other organizations under the ministry. They are being managed and distributed by the officials to ensure the efficient donation system. So far, more than 1,000 boats have been donated to the flood victims in 7 provinces and other 333 boats have been donated though the Flood Relief Operation Center (FROC).
He added that the ministry's name sign attached on the side of the boats are for making sure that the donated boats would be used for the community's benefits and not for personal purpose since they were large boats. Nevertheless, the ministry has to return the steel boats to the donors since iron is the conductor which might pose risk of electrical shock to the users.
Mr Patchara confirmed that the donation items sent to the ministry would not be destroyed like the ones in the FROC, Don Muang Airport. He claims that the Energy Ministry only brings the donation items to the flood victims, but it does not act as a receiver. Moreover, today more than 100 boats will be distributed, leaving about 10 boats which the nearby communities which the officials can use in cases of floods.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Free 3 toll ways for commuters until next month
Free 3 toll ways for commuters until next month
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) decided to extend its free service on 3 toll ways until 14 November, 2011 at midnight.
The 3 toll ways; namely Chalongrat, Burapawithi and Kanjanapisek will be open for commuters without any fees until the aforementioned day due to the prevailing flood crisis in Bangkok and its vicinity. It was originally scheduled to expire at the end of this month.
The purpose of the extension is to accommodate those who need to evacuate from the flooded areas to safer places and to relieve traffics from other roads. Commuters are not allowed to park their vehicles for their own safety. However, the EXAT has provided space for flood victims to park their cars free of charge. Those who are seeking parking spaces can contact the 24 hours emergency line at 1543.
การทางพิเศษแห่งประเทศไทย ขยายเวลายกเว้นค่าผ่านทางพิเศษ 3 สาย จนถึง 14 พฤศจิกายนนี้
การทางพิเศษแห่งประเทศไทย หรือ กทพ. ได้ยกเว้นค่าผ่านทางพิเศษของทางพิเศษฉลองรัช ทางพิเศษบูรพาวิถี และทางพิเศษกาญจนาภิเษก (บางพลี-สุขสวัสดิ์) มาตั้งแต่วันที่ 23 ตุลาคม 2554 เวลา 00.01 น. จนถึงวันที่ 31 ตุลาคม 2554 เวลา 24.00 น. นั้น แต่เนื่องจากขณะนี้ยังเกิดภาวะน้ำท่วมในเขตกรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑลและอีกหลายพื้นที่ กทพ. จึงขอขยาเวลาการยกเว้นค่าผ่านทางของทางพิเศษทั้ง 3 สายทางต่อไป จนถึงวันที่ 14 พฤศจิกายน 2554 เวลา 24.00 น. เพื่อบรรเทาความเดือดร้อนของประชาชนให้สามารถสัญจร ในช่วงที่เกิดอุทกภัย ได้สะดวกยิ่งขึ้น
ทั้งนี้ กทพ. ยังขอสงวนเส้นทางบนทางพิเศษทุกสาย เพื่อใช้เป็นเส้นทางส่งกำลังบำรุง วัสดุ อุปกรณ์ ในการช่วยเหลือผู้ประสบอุทกภัย เนื่องจากสถานการณ์น้ำท่วมยังมีความรุนแรง จนทำให้การจราจรขนส่งอาจต้องหยุดชะงัก ทางพิเศษจึงเป็นเส้นทางหลักสุดท้ายในการขนส่งความช่วยเหลือต่าง ๆ ไปยังพื้นที่ที่ได้รับ ความเดือดร้อนได้ จึงห้ามจอดรถทุกชนิดในทางพิเศษ ทั้งนี้เพื่อความปลอดภัยของทรัพย์สินและอุบัติเหตุที่มีความเสี่ยงสูง โดยจะตรวจสอบจากกล้องโทรทัศน์วงจรปิด หากพบมีรถผ่าฝืน จะดำเนินการเคลื่อนย้ายออกจากทางพิเศษ ประชาชนที่ได้รับความเดือนร้อน สามารถสอบถามข้อมูลสถานที่ให้บริการจอดรถฟรีสำหรับผู้ประสบอุทกภัยได้ที่สายด่วน 1543 ตลอด 24 ชั่วโมง
กทพ. ขยายเวลายกเว้นค่าผ่านทางไปจนถึงวันที่ 14 พ.ย
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) decided to extend its free service on 3 toll ways until 14 November, 2011 at midnight.
The 3 toll ways; namely Chalongrat, Burapawithi and Kanjanapisek will be open for commuters without any fees until the aforementioned day due to the prevailing flood crisis in Bangkok and its vicinity. It was originally scheduled to expire at the end of this month.
The purpose of the extension is to accommodate those who need to evacuate from the flooded areas to safer places and to relieve traffics from other roads. Commuters are not allowed to park their vehicles for their own safety. However, the EXAT has provided space for flood victims to park their cars free of charge. Those who are seeking parking spaces can contact the 24 hours emergency line at 1543.
การทางพิเศษแห่งประเทศไทย ขยายเวลายกเว้นค่าผ่านทางพิเศษ 3 สาย จนถึง 14 พฤศจิกายนนี้
การทางพิเศษแห่งประเทศไทย หรือ กทพ. ได้ยกเว้นค่าผ่านทางพิเศษของทางพิเศษฉลองรัช ทางพิเศษบูรพาวิถี และทางพิเศษกาญจนาภิเษก (บางพลี-สุขสวัสดิ์) มาตั้งแต่วันที่ 23 ตุลาคม 2554 เวลา 00.01 น. จนถึงวันที่ 31 ตุลาคม 2554 เวลา 24.00 น. นั้น แต่เนื่องจากขณะนี้ยังเกิดภาวะน้ำท่วมในเขตกรุงเทพมหานครและปริมณฑลและอีกหลายพื้นที่ กทพ. จึงขอขยาเวลาการยกเว้นค่าผ่านทางของทางพิเศษทั้ง 3 สายทางต่อไป จนถึงวันที่ 14 พฤศจิกายน 2554 เวลา 24.00 น. เพื่อบรรเทาความเดือดร้อนของประชาชนให้สามารถสัญจร ในช่วงที่เกิดอุทกภัย ได้สะดวกยิ่งขึ้น
ทั้งนี้ กทพ. ยังขอสงวนเส้นทางบนทางพิเศษทุกสาย เพื่อใช้เป็นเส้นทางส่งกำลังบำรุง วัสดุ อุปกรณ์ ในการช่วยเหลือผู้ประสบอุทกภัย เนื่องจากสถานการณ์น้ำท่วมยังมีความรุนแรง จนทำให้การจราจรขนส่งอาจต้องหยุดชะงัก ทางพิเศษจึงเป็นเส้นทางหลักสุดท้ายในการขนส่งความช่วยเหลือต่าง ๆ ไปยังพื้นที่ที่ได้รับ ความเดือดร้อนได้ จึงห้ามจอดรถทุกชนิดในทางพิเศษ ทั้งนี้เพื่อความปลอดภัยของทรัพย์สินและอุบัติเหตุที่มีความเสี่ยงสูง โดยจะตรวจสอบจากกล้องโทรทัศน์วงจรปิด หากพบมีรถผ่าฝืน จะดำเนินการเคลื่อนย้ายออกจากทางพิเศษ ประชาชนที่ได้รับความเดือนร้อน สามารถสอบถามข้อมูลสถานที่ให้บริการจอดรถฟรีสำหรับผู้ประสบอุทกภัยได้ที่สายด่วน 1543 ตลอด 24 ชั่วโมง
กทพ. ขยายเวลายกเว้นค่าผ่านทางไปจนถึงวันที่ 14 พ.ย
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
Health staff sent to aid flood victims in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani
Health staff sent to aid flood victims in BKK, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani
The Ministry of Public Health has dispatched 38 mobile teams to provide medical attention for flood victims stranded in their homes across Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Pathum Thani.
Public Health Minister Witthaya Buranasiri stated that he had already called in 38 mobile medical units from various provinces and instructed them to travel into flooded zones within Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Pathum Thani to provide medical assistance for flood-affected residents. He explained that there were still a large number of people trapped in their residences, especially in Bangkok’s Bang Phlat, Thawi Watthana and Don Mueang districts.
Should any of the stranded experience illnesses, they are encouraged to post a green cloth or flag in front of their home in order to let the officials know that medical help is needed.
As for other provinces where the floods are subsiding, the Minister urged related sides to clean out garbage and debris at haste in a bid to ensure sanitation for the public and prevent post-flood diseases, such as leptospirosis, acute diarrhea, influenza and conjunctivitis.
According to Permanent Secretary for Public Health MD Paichit Warachit, a total of 395 patients have so far been transferred from hospitals in flood-hit areas of Bangkok to safer facilities in other provinces. He confirmed that there would be enough beds to accommodate patients from Bangkok if more of them needed to be relocated.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Ministry of Public Health has dispatched 38 mobile teams to provide medical attention for flood victims stranded in their homes across Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Pathum Thani.
Public Health Minister Witthaya Buranasiri stated that he had already called in 38 mobile medical units from various provinces and instructed them to travel into flooded zones within Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Pathum Thani to provide medical assistance for flood-affected residents. He explained that there were still a large number of people trapped in their residences, especially in Bangkok’s Bang Phlat, Thawi Watthana and Don Mueang districts.
Should any of the stranded experience illnesses, they are encouraged to post a green cloth or flag in front of their home in order to let the officials know that medical help is needed.
As for other provinces where the floods are subsiding, the Minister urged related sides to clean out garbage and debris at haste in a bid to ensure sanitation for the public and prevent post-flood diseases, such as leptospirosis, acute diarrhea, influenza and conjunctivitis.
According to Permanent Secretary for Public Health MD Paichit Warachit, a total of 395 patients have so far been transferred from hospitals in flood-hit areas of Bangkok to safer facilities in other provinces. He confirmed that there would be enough beds to accommodate patients from Bangkok if more of them needed to be relocated.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 31 October 2011
Bangkok Governor worried about high volume of floods in Bang Phlat and Thawi Watthana
BKK Governor worried about high volume of floods in Bang Phlat and Thawi Watthana
Today, Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra reported that the water situation in the Chao Phraya River is getting better with the water level of 2.44 metres above MSL (Mean Sea Level). The figure is slightly lower than the estimated level of 2.50 metres above MSL.
The governor said that although the high tide period has passed, the upcoming high tide in November is needed to be watched as well.
As for the flooding situation in Bangkok City, the flood level in Don Mueang, Lak Si and Bang Khen districts continues to increase and expand. Meanwhile, Bangkok’s side of Thon Buri still sees a huge volume of floods, particularly in Bang Phlat, Thawi Watthana, Taling Chan and Bang Khae which will come under close surveillance of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Today, Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra reported that the water situation in the Chao Phraya River is getting better with the water level of 2.44 metres above MSL (Mean Sea Level). The figure is slightly lower than the estimated level of 2.50 metres above MSL.
The governor said that although the high tide period has passed, the upcoming high tide in November is needed to be watched as well.
As for the flooding situation in Bangkok City, the flood level in Don Mueang, Lak Si and Bang Khen districts continues to increase and expand. Meanwhile, Bangkok’s side of Thon Buri still sees a huge volume of floods, particularly in Bang Phlat, Thawi Watthana, Taling Chan and Bang Khae which will come under close surveillance of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Special report: HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhron inspires Mukdahan to help flood victims
Special report: HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhron inspires Mukdahan to help flood victims
Many tears have been shed and homes and lives of hundreds of people have been severely affected by this year’s floods. With helps coming in from all directions, residents of Mukdahan are ready to undergo training to build floatable toilets to help flood victims cope with the ongoing disaster.
Mukdaharn Governor Mr. Charnwit Wasayangkoon says those interested can apply for the course for free. The training will be held at the Department of Skill Development in Mukdahan province. The Governor reportedly funded the cause out of his own pocket. The course work is focused on the welding skills which are useful for any construction related works.
The Director of the Department of Skill Development, Mr. Weerasak Surasa, said the idea had been inspired by H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s concerns for the living conditions of those without basic facilities in time of crisis. He has, therefore, proposed to the Governor of Mukdahan to build 10 floatable toilets to give to flood stricken communities.
Mr. Weerasak said he had received 5 toilets; however, due to other expenses taken from the provincial budget for food and other supplies for flood victims, the remaining 5 will be built by Mukdahan residents. A model for a floatable toilet has now been constructed for those who have under gone training to use as a prototype. It is expected that all of them will be completed and ready for distribution within 5 days.
The Mukdahan Governer said he was satisfied with the training, adding that the cost per toilet was around 23,000 THB, which he said was not too high. He further elaborated that for it to be easy to deliver; the toilet should be made out of light materials while also mentioning the installation of the pumping system in the toilet as well.
The Governor said these toilets could be used in the water or on land. They are movable with wheels underneath and are worth 115,000 THB. He added that more materials needed at the moment were 200 liter containers and steel rods. Mr. Charnwit said money donation could also be made for a complete set of the floatable toilet at 23,000 THB.
Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
Many tears have been shed and homes and lives of hundreds of people have been severely affected by this year’s floods. With helps coming in from all directions, residents of Mukdahan are ready to undergo training to build floatable toilets to help flood victims cope with the ongoing disaster.
Mukdaharn Governor Mr. Charnwit Wasayangkoon says those interested can apply for the course for free. The training will be held at the Department of Skill Development in Mukdahan province. The Governor reportedly funded the cause out of his own pocket. The course work is focused on the welding skills which are useful for any construction related works.
The Director of the Department of Skill Development, Mr. Weerasak Surasa, said the idea had been inspired by H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn’s concerns for the living conditions of those without basic facilities in time of crisis. He has, therefore, proposed to the Governor of Mukdahan to build 10 floatable toilets to give to flood stricken communities.
Mr. Weerasak said he had received 5 toilets; however, due to other expenses taken from the provincial budget for food and other supplies for flood victims, the remaining 5 will be built by Mukdahan residents. A model for a floatable toilet has now been constructed for those who have under gone training to use as a prototype. It is expected that all of them will be completed and ready for distribution within 5 days.
The Mukdahan Governer said he was satisfied with the training, adding that the cost per toilet was around 23,000 THB, which he said was not too high. He further elaborated that for it to be easy to deliver; the toilet should be made out of light materials while also mentioning the installation of the pumping system in the toilet as well.
The Governor said these toilets could be used in the water or on land. They are movable with wheels underneath and are worth 115,000 THB. He added that more materials needed at the moment were 200 liter containers and steel rods. Mr. Charnwit said money donation could also be made for a complete set of the floatable toilet at 23,000 THB.
Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
Bangkok Governor: Northern run-off subsides but Bangkok is still careful
BKK governor: Northern run-off subsides but BKK is still careful
Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra said the flood water level remains high and tends to flow into other areas of Bangkok. However, it is estimated that there might probably be no more northern run-off as water flows become more stable in contrast with the rapid flows in the beginning. However, he insisted on being careful with good preparations.
According to MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra, the flooding in Bangkok during the last two days saw devastating impact on the city’s outskirts. However, it is possible that the northern run-off is nearly over, judging from a calmer flow of water which is different from the furious and fast tides early this week. The governor called on all the 50 districts to stay prepared in case the situation changes for the worse.
As for the drainage system controlled by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), sluice gates are opened all the time while water pumping stations are also put to work 24 hours a day. This includes water pumps in Bang Khen area. Moreover, natural waterways are used to drain water to the eastern and western sides of the capital.
Regarding frequent conflicts concerning flood walls, the governor said attempts have always been made to negotiate with conflicting groups of people. He added that if the BMA has to repair the embankments outside its zones of responsibilities such as the sluice gate near Phahon Yothin Road, Pathum Thani province, it has to call in security units to prevent possible protests.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra said the flood water level remains high and tends to flow into other areas of Bangkok. However, it is estimated that there might probably be no more northern run-off as water flows become more stable in contrast with the rapid flows in the beginning. However, he insisted on being careful with good preparations.
According to MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra, the flooding in Bangkok during the last two days saw devastating impact on the city’s outskirts. However, it is possible that the northern run-off is nearly over, judging from a calmer flow of water which is different from the furious and fast tides early this week. The governor called on all the 50 districts to stay prepared in case the situation changes for the worse.
As for the drainage system controlled by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), sluice gates are opened all the time while water pumping stations are also put to work 24 hours a day. This includes water pumps in Bang Khen area. Moreover, natural waterways are used to drain water to the eastern and western sides of the capital.
Regarding frequent conflicts concerning flood walls, the governor said attempts have always been made to negotiate with conflicting groups of people. He added that if the BMA has to repair the embankments outside its zones of responsibilities such as the sluice gate near Phahon Yothin Road, Pathum Thani province, it has to call in security units to prevent possible protests.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Don Mueang Airport is now submerged under 2 meter deep water
Don Mueang Airport is now submerged under 2 meter deep water
The flood level in Don Mueang Airport is now at 2 meters deep while the water on Vibhavadi Rangsit road has reportedly moved up to Lak Si intersection and flooded some parts of Bangkhen district.
Small vehicles are now unable to pass through the Vibhavadi Rangsit road section in front of Don Mueang Airport. Even though larger vehicles may be capable of wading through the flood, a report said it is still difficult for a military truck to use the road.
The report added that the flood water had spread into Bangkhen and Saphan Mai areas but was still contained at Lak Si Canal.
The local road, which runs parallel to Vibhavadi Rangsit road passing Thung Song Hong police station, Miracle Grand Hotel and Chulabhorn Research Institute, is not heavily flooded with vehicles still able to pass. However, Chaeng Watthana road has already been closed to the traffic.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
The flood level in Don Mueang Airport is now at 2 meters deep while the water on Vibhavadi Rangsit road has reportedly moved up to Lak Si intersection and flooded some parts of Bangkhen district.
Small vehicles are now unable to pass through the Vibhavadi Rangsit road section in front of Don Mueang Airport. Even though larger vehicles may be capable of wading through the flood, a report said it is still difficult for a military truck to use the road.
The report added that the flood water had spread into Bangkhen and Saphan Mai areas but was still contained at Lak Si Canal.
The local road, which runs parallel to Vibhavadi Rangsit road passing Thung Song Hong police station, Miracle Grand Hotel and Chulabhorn Research Institute, is not heavily flooded with vehicles still able to pass. However, Chaeng Watthana road has already been closed to the traffic.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
Flood evacuation center at Rajamangala Stadium lively with helpful volunteers
Flood evacuation center at Rajamangala Stadium lively with helpful volunteers
The flood evacuation center at Rajamangala Stadium is packed with a lot of volunteers continuously coming to help and arrange recreational activities for flood victims. Governmental and non-governmental organizations also consistently donate necessities. Until now, the number of flood victims staying here is about 1,800. More people are coming to register as evacuees while some are moving out to stay with their relatives.
A great number of volunteers are people residing in and around the locality, including school and college students coming to give their hands. The average number of volunteers is no less than 500 people per day. Ms Thanchanok Taewattana, a student from Srinakharinwirot University Prasanmit Demonstration school, said when she heard that a flood evacuation center has opened at Rajamangala Stadium and needs voluntary help, she and her friends immediately registered to be volunteers. Although she is just a girl with limited assistance, she said she felt happy and proud by participating in such a rare experience like this.
Apart from being the flood evacuation center, the Rajamangala Stadium also serves as the distribution center of donated consumer goods, food and drinks which are offered to evacuees from other centers as well.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The flood evacuation center at Rajamangala Stadium is packed with a lot of volunteers continuously coming to help and arrange recreational activities for flood victims. Governmental and non-governmental organizations also consistently donate necessities. Until now, the number of flood victims staying here is about 1,800. More people are coming to register as evacuees while some are moving out to stay with their relatives.
A great number of volunteers are people residing in and around the locality, including school and college students coming to give their hands. The average number of volunteers is no less than 500 people per day. Ms Thanchanok Taewattana, a student from Srinakharinwirot University Prasanmit Demonstration school, said when she heard that a flood evacuation center has opened at Rajamangala Stadium and needs voluntary help, she and her friends immediately registered to be volunteers. Although she is just a girl with limited assistance, she said she felt happy and proud by participating in such a rare experience like this.
Apart from being the flood evacuation center, the Rajamangala Stadium also serves as the distribution center of donated consumer goods, food and drinks which are offered to evacuees from other centers as well.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Highest tide of 2.50 meters above mean sea level expected today
Highest tide of 2.50 meters above mean sea level expected today
The Department of Drainage and Sewerage of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration reported that the sea tide would rise to its height twice today, at 11.31 am and 07.53 pm.
According to the Flood Protection and Control System Center, Department of Drainage and Sewerage, the high tide of +1.27 metres above MSL was expected to come at 11.31 am, followed by another one of +1.11 metres MSL, expected to rise at 07.53 pm.
Furthermore, the Hydrographic Department of the Royal Thai Navy estimated that the highest water level in the Chao Phraya River today would be 2.50 metres MSL at 11.31 am.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Department of Drainage and Sewerage of the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration reported that the sea tide would rise to its height twice today, at 11.31 am and 07.53 pm.
According to the Flood Protection and Control System Center, Department of Drainage and Sewerage, the high tide of +1.27 metres above MSL was expected to come at 11.31 am, followed by another one of +1.11 metres MSL, expected to rise at 07.53 pm.
Furthermore, the Hydrographic Department of the Royal Thai Navy estimated that the highest water level in the Chao Phraya River today would be 2.50 metres MSL at 11.31 am.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
DDPM: 26 provinces including BKK hit by floods, 381 deaths
DDPM: 26 provinces including BKK hit by floods, 381 deaths
According to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), there have been 26 provinces which are affected by floods including Bangkok, Nakhon Sawan, Lop Buri, Suphan Buri and Uthai Thani whereas Sukhothai and Kamphaeng Phet have been dry already. Up to 2.4 million people from 7.2 million households have been affected while the death toll has soared to 381.
Today, the DDPM has listed 26 flood-affected provinces as
1) Phichit
2) Phitsanulok
3) Nakhon Sawan
4) Utai Thani
5) Chai Nat
6) Sing Buri
7) Ang Thong
8) Ayutthaya
9) Lop Buri
10) Saraburi
11) Suphan Bur
12) Nakhon Pathom
13) Pathum Thani
14) Nonthaburi
15) Samut Sakhon
16) Bangkok
17) Ubon Ratchathani
18) Khon Kaen
19) Si Sa Ket
20) Surin
21) Roi Et
22) Maha Sarakham
23) Kalasin
24) Chachoengsao
25) Nakhon Nayok
26) Prachin Buri
In these provinces, 2,428,907 people living in 724,364 households in 152 districts and 1,145 sub-districts are affected by floods. Moreover, the death toll has soared to 381 so far.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
According to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), there have been 26 provinces which are affected by floods including Bangkok, Nakhon Sawan, Lop Buri, Suphan Buri and Uthai Thani whereas Sukhothai and Kamphaeng Phet have been dry already. Up to 2.4 million people from 7.2 million households have been affected while the death toll has soared to 381.
Today, the DDPM has listed 26 flood-affected provinces as
1) Phichit
2) Phitsanulok
3) Nakhon Sawan
4) Utai Thani
5) Chai Nat
6) Sing Buri
7) Ang Thong
8) Ayutthaya
9) Lop Buri
10) Saraburi
11) Suphan Bur
12) Nakhon Pathom
13) Pathum Thani
14) Nonthaburi
15) Samut Sakhon
16) Bangkok
17) Ubon Ratchathani
18) Khon Kaen
19) Si Sa Ket
20) Surin
21) Roi Et
22) Maha Sarakham
23) Kalasin
24) Chachoengsao
25) Nakhon Nayok
26) Prachin Buri
In these provinces, 2,428,907 people living in 724,364 households in 152 districts and 1,145 sub-districts are affected by floods. Moreover, the death toll has soared to 381 so far.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Public Health Ministry: No medicine shortages in flood affected zones
Public Health Ministry: No medicine shortages in flood affected zones
The Ministry of Public Health has insisted that the supply of medicines for flood victims is sufficient even though over 10 production factories have been affected by the deluge.
Public Health Minister Mr Wittaya Buranasiri said despite the disruption to the production of 393 registered medicines, they have been stocked up in advance of the flooding. He assured there were no reports of the shortage.
Moreover, the stocks of medicines have been kept on the second floor of each factory. However, the Minister added that deliveries could be slow particularly to areas with high flood levels. In an attempt to prevent further impact, Mr Wittaya said he would propose to the cabinet this week three viable options.
The first measure is to hire a new manufacturer of the same drugs which is unaffected by the flood. The second measure is to import certain drugs with an approval from the Government Pharmaceutical Organization, and lastly, is to expedite the distribution of undelivered medicines from flooded factories.
The Food and Drugs Administration and Thailand Post Co. Ltd will cooperate in distributing and delivering necessary drugs to flood affected areas.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Ministry of Public Health has insisted that the supply of medicines for flood victims is sufficient even though over 10 production factories have been affected by the deluge.
Public Health Minister Mr Wittaya Buranasiri said despite the disruption to the production of 393 registered medicines, they have been stocked up in advance of the flooding. He assured there were no reports of the shortage.
Moreover, the stocks of medicines have been kept on the second floor of each factory. However, the Minister added that deliveries could be slow particularly to areas with high flood levels. In an attempt to prevent further impact, Mr Wittaya said he would propose to the cabinet this week three viable options.
The first measure is to hire a new manufacturer of the same drugs which is unaffected by the flood. The second measure is to import certain drugs with an approval from the Government Pharmaceutical Organization, and lastly, is to expedite the distribution of undelivered medicines from flooded factories.
The Food and Drugs Administration and Thailand Post Co. Ltd will cooperate in distributing and delivering necessary drugs to flood affected areas.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
3 water pumps provided in case flood hits Lat Phrao
3 water pumps provided in case flood hits Lat Phrao
The Director of Lat Phrao district said that now the flood situation is being closely monitored. Three water pumps are already prepared so that the water can be pumped out if the flood actually comes.
Mr Bapit Saengkaew, the director of Lat Phrao district said that the situation in Lat Phrao district needs to be fully aware since the area is at risk of flooding. The preparation includes repairing flood dikes to make them ready for the flood, and 3 water pumps are in use to pump the water out.
However, if the flood situation reaches the critical point, evacuation needs to be hurriedly proceeded. There are 6 schools available for the flood victims to use as shelters namely Wat Lat-Phrao school, Wat Lat Pla Khao school, Thep Witthaya school, Khlong Song Krathiam school, Petch Thanom school, and Loi Sai Anuson school. Other two schools are being asked to join the program. Those who intend to evacuate to othe provinces will be informed to get prepared accordingly.
AYUTTHAYA, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Director of Lat Phrao district said that now the flood situation is being closely monitored. Three water pumps are already prepared so that the water can be pumped out if the flood actually comes.
Mr Bapit Saengkaew, the director of Lat Phrao district said that the situation in Lat Phrao district needs to be fully aware since the area is at risk of flooding. The preparation includes repairing flood dikes to make them ready for the flood, and 3 water pumps are in use to pump the water out.
However, if the flood situation reaches the critical point, evacuation needs to be hurriedly proceeded. There are 6 schools available for the flood victims to use as shelters namely Wat Lat-Phrao school, Wat Lat Pla Khao school, Thep Witthaya school, Khlong Song Krathiam school, Petch Thanom school, and Loi Sai Anuson school. Other two schools are being asked to join the program. Those who intend to evacuate to othe provinces will be informed to get prepared accordingly.
AYUTTHAYA, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Wat Laksi is now flooded
Wat Laksi is now flooded
The flood situation in Wat Laksi is critical as it is now submerged under 80 centimeter-deep flood water.
In the latest flood updates, the water begun to flood from the rear section of the temple and has expanded into other areas within the compound. Residents living nearby have already begun to evacuate while the outbound traffic on Vibhavadi road is now closed from Laksi toll way.
Public buses refuse to go beyond this point while those who expect to use motorcycle taxi service have also been turned down as the flood level continues to rise.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
The flood situation in Wat Laksi is critical as it is now submerged under 80 centimeter-deep flood water.
In the latest flood updates, the water begun to flood from the rear section of the temple and has expanded into other areas within the compound. Residents living nearby have already begun to evacuate while the outbound traffic on Vibhavadi road is now closed from Laksi toll way.
Public buses refuse to go beyond this point while those who expect to use motorcycle taxi service have also been turned down as the flood level continues to rise.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra posts on facebook: Govt won't leave its people
PM posts on FB: Govt won´t leave its people
Today, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra posted a message on her facebook account named 'Yingluck Shinawatra', saying the government is working all the time to relieve people’s hardship.
In response to the criticism from residents in the flooded outlying areas of Bangkok that officials deserted them only to help protect inner Bangkok from flooding, the prime minister assured that the government would certainly not leave the citizens to strive on their own. The government has assigned two separate teams to deal with floods, one to protect Bangkok from flooding and the other led by provincial governors to take care of the residents in their responsible areas.
Moreover, the Prime Minister expressed concerns about the livelihood of people who have been stranded in the inundated areas for a long time. According to her, although the provincial governors have been instructed to take care of all of the flood-affected residents, the government still needs cooperation from people living in flood-hit areas to evacuate to shelters provided by the government in various provinces where evacuees can find good attention and comfort. As for those who are worried about their houses, police officers and relevant agencies have been ordered to patrol flooded areas for the safety to lives and property during the flood period.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Today, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra posted a message on her facebook account named 'Yingluck Shinawatra', saying the government is working all the time to relieve people’s hardship.
In response to the criticism from residents in the flooded outlying areas of Bangkok that officials deserted them only to help protect inner Bangkok from flooding, the prime minister assured that the government would certainly not leave the citizens to strive on their own. The government has assigned two separate teams to deal with floods, one to protect Bangkok from flooding and the other led by provincial governors to take care of the residents in their responsible areas.
Moreover, the Prime Minister expressed concerns about the livelihood of people who have been stranded in the inundated areas for a long time. According to her, although the provincial governors have been instructed to take care of all of the flood-affected residents, the government still needs cooperation from people living in flood-hit areas to evacuate to shelters provided by the government in various provinces where evacuees can find good attention and comfort. As for those who are worried about their houses, police officers and relevant agencies have been ordered to patrol flooded areas for the safety to lives and property during the flood period.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Nakhon Sawan floods continue to recede
Nakhon Sawan floods continue to recede
Life in Nakhon Sawan is beginning to return to normal as the floods continue to recede.
According to Nakhon Sawan Governor Chairoj Meedaeng, the floods have damaged 900,000 rai of farmland, business areas, and several infrastructures. The total loss has been estimated at 10 billion THB.
The province carried out a city clean-up two days ago. More than 3,000 people participated in the mission.
Those wanting to help restore the province are invited to join the upcoming event during which local products and souvenirs will be put up for sale at very affordable prices.
NAKHON SAWAN, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 31 October 2011
Life in Nakhon Sawan is beginning to return to normal as the floods continue to recede.
According to Nakhon Sawan Governor Chairoj Meedaeng, the floods have damaged 900,000 rai of farmland, business areas, and several infrastructures. The total loss has been estimated at 10 billion THB.
The province carried out a city clean-up two days ago. More than 3,000 people participated in the mission.
Those wanting to help restore the province are invited to join the upcoming event during which local products and souvenirs will be put up for sale at very affordable prices.
NAKHON SAWAN, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 31 October 2011
Special Report: 10 ways to reduce stress during flooding
Special Report: 10 ways to reduce stress during flooding
Due to the flood crisis in Bangkok, the Department of Mental Health has suggested 10 useful ways to help affected people stay calm and take care of their mental health in order to live in this kind of situation.
1) Breathe in and out slowly for 2-3 minutes to pipe oxygen into the brain to reduce stress.
2) Sufficient sleep will enhance the abilities to make better decisions and to keep up with fast changing news stream.
3) Stretching body in relaxing manners will make a better sleep.
4) Stress forces people to turn their ear off; so do not forget to look after yourself.
5) Turn anxiety into action and empower each other with family and community bonds to prepare for the critical situation.
6) Do not insult, condemn or incriminate others. Avoid showing good intention in a way that might lead to conflicts and eventually to hurting one another.
7) Worries will start to disappear once you get to help other people. Volunteers are found with lower mental problems.
8) Read tales with your children since they can be stressful too.
9) The more you pay attention to others, the less suffering you encounter.
10) Spare time for meditation, praying and peace in mind.
Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Due to the flood crisis in Bangkok, the Department of Mental Health has suggested 10 useful ways to help affected people stay calm and take care of their mental health in order to live in this kind of situation.
1) Breathe in and out slowly for 2-3 minutes to pipe oxygen into the brain to reduce stress.
2) Sufficient sleep will enhance the abilities to make better decisions and to keep up with fast changing news stream.
3) Stretching body in relaxing manners will make a better sleep.
4) Stress forces people to turn their ear off; so do not forget to look after yourself.
5) Turn anxiety into action and empower each other with family and community bonds to prepare for the critical situation.
6) Do not insult, condemn or incriminate others. Avoid showing good intention in a way that might lead to conflicts and eventually to hurting one another.
7) Worries will start to disappear once you get to help other people. Volunteers are found with lower mental problems.
8) Read tales with your children since they can be stressful too.
9) The more you pay attention to others, the less suffering you encounter.
10) Spare time for meditation, praying and peace in mind.
Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Cheap chicken eggs sold like hot cakes
Cheap chicken eggs sold like hot cakes
Low-priced chicken eggs put up for sales by the Commerce Ministry were quickly snapped up within minutes.
The sale of 100,000 fresh eggs, which was due to begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday, had to start 15 minutes earlier as hundreds of buyers formed a long line two hours before the schedule at Or Tor Kor Market in Chatuchak area.
Each customer was allowed to buy no more than 30 eggs, each of which was sold at three THB. The campaign came after complaints of egg shortages which were blamed on transport problems caused by the floods. Starting October 30, about 100,000 eggs are put on sale at low price daily at the market in a move to relieve shortages.
The Commerce Ministry, Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL and Betagro will join hands to dispatch mobile Blue Flag units to offer food staples to consumers at flooded areas until the situation returns to normal.
The Commerce Ministry has also decided to import three million eggs from Malaysia which will arrive in the country today and will be distributed to retail stores nationwide.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 31 October 2011
Low-priced chicken eggs put up for sales by the Commerce Ministry were quickly snapped up within minutes.
The sale of 100,000 fresh eggs, which was due to begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday, had to start 15 minutes earlier as hundreds of buyers formed a long line two hours before the schedule at Or Tor Kor Market in Chatuchak area.
Each customer was allowed to buy no more than 30 eggs, each of which was sold at three THB. The campaign came after complaints of egg shortages which were blamed on transport problems caused by the floods. Starting October 30, about 100,000 eggs are put on sale at low price daily at the market in a move to relieve shortages.
The Commerce Ministry, Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL and Betagro will join hands to dispatch mobile Blue Flag units to offer food staples to consumers at flooded areas until the situation returns to normal.
The Commerce Ministry has also decided to import three million eggs from Malaysia which will arrive in the country today and will be distributed to retail stores nationwide.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 31 October 2011
Floods in Bangkok's 20 districts unlikely after sluice gates removed
Floods in BKK´s 20 districts unlikely after sluice gates removed
Deputy Bangkok Governor Teerachon Manomaiphibul said that after the sluice gates in Canal 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 have been pulled down and the Royal Irrigation Department has installed more water pumps at the water pumping station in the lower part of Khlong Hok Wa, Canal 13, in order to release more than 10 million cubic metres of water into Bang Pakong River, the water situation in Khlong Song tends to get better as the water level does not increase. Believing that the measure is the right solution to the flooding problem, the deputy Bangkok governor estimated that the water level in Khlong Hok Wa will decrease to 2 metres above MSL in 5 days.
If the measure proves successful, 20 out of Bangkok's 50 districts which are business districts and are not in riparian strips, should be 80% unlikely to be inundated. Those districts include Din Daeng, Phaya Thai, Bueng Kum, Bang Sue, Saphan Sung, Wattana, Prawet, Bang Kapi, Sathon, Thung Khru and Ratchathewi districts, Mr Teerachon added.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Deputy Bangkok Governor Teerachon Manomaiphibul said that after the sluice gates in Canal 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 have been pulled down and the Royal Irrigation Department has installed more water pumps at the water pumping station in the lower part of Khlong Hok Wa, Canal 13, in order to release more than 10 million cubic metres of water into Bang Pakong River, the water situation in Khlong Song tends to get better as the water level does not increase. Believing that the measure is the right solution to the flooding problem, the deputy Bangkok governor estimated that the water level in Khlong Hok Wa will decrease to 2 metres above MSL in 5 days.
If the measure proves successful, 20 out of Bangkok's 50 districts which are business districts and are not in riparian strips, should be 80% unlikely to be inundated. Those districts include Din Daeng, Phaya Thai, Bueng Kum, Bang Sue, Saphan Sung, Wattana, Prawet, Bang Kapi, Sathon, Thung Khru and Ratchathewi districts, Mr Teerachon added.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Klong Sam Wa mob destroys embankment
Klong Sam Wa mob destroys embankment
Klong Sam Wa residents, who had blocked both sides of Nimit Mai Road and inssited on opening up the sluice gate for another 1 metre wide, finally destroyed the embankment after the negotiation proved unsuccessful. Min Buri district has seen much overflows, as a result.
Yesterday, at 10 pm a group of about 300 protesters who are local residents in Khlong Sam Wa district eventually broke through the guarding line of police officers after they had blocked both inbound and outbound Nimit Mai roads since around noon, forcing the responsible officials to open the sluice gate at Klong Sam Wa more wider, from 75 cm to 1 metre wide. Having successfully intruding inside, the protesters used hoes, spades and axes to smash the Khlong Sam Wa sluice gate, cracking the cement walkway as well. Moreover, they pulled down the sandbag floodwall, letting more overflows into Min Buri district.
However, Pol. Maj. Gen. Winai Tongsong, Acting Commissionser of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, went to negotiate with the protesters himself while Metropolitan Police Commander 3 called the Director of Department of Drainage and Sewerage to be informed that if the sluice gate is opened wider than this, the lower area which is the business and densely populated district will be affected.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Klong Sam Wa residents, who had blocked both sides of Nimit Mai Road and inssited on opening up the sluice gate for another 1 metre wide, finally destroyed the embankment after the negotiation proved unsuccessful. Min Buri district has seen much overflows, as a result.
Yesterday, at 10 pm a group of about 300 protesters who are local residents in Khlong Sam Wa district eventually broke through the guarding line of police officers after they had blocked both inbound and outbound Nimit Mai roads since around noon, forcing the responsible officials to open the sluice gate at Klong Sam Wa more wider, from 75 cm to 1 metre wide. Having successfully intruding inside, the protesters used hoes, spades and axes to smash the Khlong Sam Wa sluice gate, cracking the cement walkway as well. Moreover, they pulled down the sandbag floodwall, letting more overflows into Min Buri district.
However, Pol. Maj. Gen. Winai Tongsong, Acting Commissionser of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, went to negotiate with the protesters himself while Metropolitan Police Commander 3 called the Director of Department of Drainage and Sewerage to be informed that if the sluice gate is opened wider than this, the lower area which is the business and densely populated district will be affected.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) urges residents of Taling Chan, Lak Si to evacuate
BMA urges residents of Taling Chan, Lak Si to evacuate
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has declared Taling Chan and Lak Si districts as flood-risk zones while suggesting residents to evacuate to temporary shelters as flooding continues to worsen.
During a press conference at the Bangkok City Hall, Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra stated that the flood situation in the capital still remained critical as the northern runoff was continuing its way toward the inner city while more high tides were expected in the Chao Phraya River. Therefore, all residents of Taling Chan and Lak Si districts are encouraged to immediately evacuate from their homes to nearby flood shelters set up by the BMA.
The BMA earlier issued an announcement designating Chim Phli, Taling Chan and Bang Ramad sub-districts of Taling Chan as areas to be specially monitored for inundation. However, the evacuation became necessary for the entire district as well as Lak Si, which borders Don Mueang, after the flood situation was found to be growing more severe.
The water in the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok on Sunday surged to a record high of 2.53 meters, overflowing onto several riverside roads. The lower Hok Wa and Thawi Watthana Canals experienced an increase of another 8 centimeters while Prem Prachakorn Canal also saw a 10-centimeter rise.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has declared Taling Chan and Lak Si districts as flood-risk zones while suggesting residents to evacuate to temporary shelters as flooding continues to worsen.
During a press conference at the Bangkok City Hall, Bangkok Governor MR Sukhumbhand Paribatra stated that the flood situation in the capital still remained critical as the northern runoff was continuing its way toward the inner city while more high tides were expected in the Chao Phraya River. Therefore, all residents of Taling Chan and Lak Si districts are encouraged to immediately evacuate from their homes to nearby flood shelters set up by the BMA.
The BMA earlier issued an announcement designating Chim Phli, Taling Chan and Bang Ramad sub-districts of Taling Chan as areas to be specially monitored for inundation. However, the evacuation became necessary for the entire district as well as Lak Si, which borders Don Mueang, after the flood situation was found to be growing more severe.
The water in the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok on Sunday surged to a record high of 2.53 meters, overflowing onto several riverside roads. The lower Hok Wa and Thawi Watthana Canals experienced an increase of another 8 centimeters while Prem Prachakorn Canal also saw a 10-centimeter rise.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) to fix embankments after high tide period
FROC to fix embankments after high tide period
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) is preparing for embankment repair, which is due to finish by 15 November, after high sea tide period has passed.
Mr Tongthong Chandransu, FROC Spokesperson, said that after high tide period, officials will quickly start fixing leaks along the embanlments on 2 November and finish it by15 November.
By setting up additional water pumps, overflow in Rangsit field will be released more speedily through the slucie gate at Klong Sam Wa, San Saep Canal and into Bang Pakong River respectively. The release of water in this zone might cause controlable flooding in Bangkok's inner city covering Bueng Kum, Khan Na Yao and Suan Luang districts.
He also thanked residents living along Khlong Prapa, Lak Hok sub-district, Pathum Thani province for their cooperation with officials to fix the enbankments in order to block water from flowing into Khlong Prapa which might affect tap-water production in the end.
In the relief shelter in Don Mueang Airport, there are about 250 flood evacuees waiting to be taken to other centers while some of them are willing to stay on.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) -Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) is preparing for embankment repair, which is due to finish by 15 November, after high sea tide period has passed.
Mr Tongthong Chandransu, FROC Spokesperson, said that after high tide period, officials will quickly start fixing leaks along the embanlments on 2 November and finish it by15 November.
By setting up additional water pumps, overflow in Rangsit field will be released more speedily through the slucie gate at Klong Sam Wa, San Saep Canal and into Bang Pakong River respectively. The release of water in this zone might cause controlable flooding in Bangkok's inner city covering Bueng Kum, Khan Na Yao and Suan Luang districts.
He also thanked residents living along Khlong Prapa, Lak Hok sub-district, Pathum Thani province for their cooperation with officials to fix the enbankments in order to block water from flowing into Khlong Prapa which might affect tap-water production in the end.
In the relief shelter in Don Mueang Airport, there are about 250 flood evacuees waiting to be taken to other centers while some of them are willing to stay on.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) -Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra: No holiday extension
PM: No holiday extension
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra confirmed that the government would not extend the special holiday as Bangkok's floods will rise no more than one metre high.
After the special cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra announced that the special holiday would not be extended, however, she urged private sector and government sector to allow their employees affected by floods to take leave to deal with their problems.
Initially, the flooding situation has not gone beyond the estimation, yet, it needs to be further estimated for another 1-2 days. If the embankments are well protected from damages, the water level will be stable and gradually subside. Bangkok's inner city is unlikely to be affected by floods, as a result. Moreover, the volume of the northern runoff is not massive due to the dam and canal systems which help speed up the water release process and control the flood level in Bangkok to remain within one metre deep. Nevertheless, the flood-risk areas along the enbankments still need to declared despite the fact that the water level is not dangerous.
As for the donation items in Don Mueang Airport which are reported floating and missing with the flood, the Prime Minister claimed that she has not be informed about this before, moreover, she denied of locking up the donation items in the airport, confirming that they have already been distributed to various locations. In addition, the donation money has been spent on buying more relief bags and boats to provide assistances to the flood victims. Meanwhile, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsapat Pongcharoen is assigned to take charge of supplying water, electricity and food to the flood victims who insist on staying at Don Mueang Airport.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra confirmed that the government would not extend the special holiday as Bangkok's floods will rise no more than one metre high.
After the special cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra announced that the special holiday would not be extended, however, she urged private sector and government sector to allow their employees affected by floods to take leave to deal with their problems.
Initially, the flooding situation has not gone beyond the estimation, yet, it needs to be further estimated for another 1-2 days. If the embankments are well protected from damages, the water level will be stable and gradually subside. Bangkok's inner city is unlikely to be affected by floods, as a result. Moreover, the volume of the northern runoff is not massive due to the dam and canal systems which help speed up the water release process and control the flood level in Bangkok to remain within one metre deep. Nevertheless, the flood-risk areas along the enbankments still need to declared despite the fact that the water level is not dangerous.
As for the donation items in Don Mueang Airport which are reported floating and missing with the flood, the Prime Minister claimed that she has not be informed about this before, moreover, she denied of locking up the donation items in the airport, confirming that they have already been distributed to various locations. In addition, the donation money has been spent on buying more relief bags and boats to provide assistances to the flood victims. Meanwhile, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsapat Pongcharoen is assigned to take charge of supplying water, electricity and food to the flood victims who insist on staying at Don Mueang Airport.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Kasetsart University (KU) ready for evacuation in anticipation of floods
KU ready for evacuation in anticipation of floods
Kasetsart University (KU) is preparing for evacuation as floods are expected to cover the whole campus in a short time. Meanwhile, the Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) is hurriedly relocating donation items to other locations.
Today, at 12.45 hrs., certain parts inside KU have been inundated after water started to leak inside this morning. Among the flooded spots is the water pump station where the water has reached the highest point at 30 cm high. As for approximately 650 flood victims taking shelter at the student dormitories, the university has issued a policy to evacuate all of them out of the campus as floods are expected to submerge the whole area within 1-2 days. Now vehicles are being sought out for evacuating flood vicims.
However, KU's evacuation plan was generally started 1-2 days ago when all of the instruments, materials and books were moved to high grounds.
As for the managment of the old FROC located in Don Mueang Airport, FROC Spokesperson Pol. Gen. Pongsapat Pongcharoen revealed that today was the last day cars would be allowed to enter the airport to transport the rest of the donation items. Asked about the suspicious hoarding of the donation items, he claimed that it was under the responsibility of the person in charge who must be investigated later on. However, he could not point out the authorized persons.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Kasetsart University (KU) is preparing for evacuation as floods are expected to cover the whole campus in a short time. Meanwhile, the Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) is hurriedly relocating donation items to other locations.
Today, at 12.45 hrs., certain parts inside KU have been inundated after water started to leak inside this morning. Among the flooded spots is the water pump station where the water has reached the highest point at 30 cm high. As for approximately 650 flood victims taking shelter at the student dormitories, the university has issued a policy to evacuate all of them out of the campus as floods are expected to submerge the whole area within 1-2 days. Now vehicles are being sought out for evacuating flood vicims.
However, KU's evacuation plan was generally started 1-2 days ago when all of the instruments, materials and books were moved to high grounds.
As for the managment of the old FROC located in Don Mueang Airport, FROC Spokesperson Pol. Gen. Pongsapat Pongcharoen revealed that today was the last day cars would be allowed to enter the airport to transport the rest of the donation items. Asked about the suspicious hoarding of the donation items, he claimed that it was under the responsibility of the person in charge who must be investigated later on. However, he could not point out the authorized persons.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Borom Rajajonnai Road, Thon Buri face inundation
Borom Rajajonnai Road, Thon Buri face inundation
As a result of high tides in the Chao Phraya river, floodwaters on the Borom Rajajonnani Road, Thon Buri and the connecting areas continue to rise by 15 cm., causing more and more people to evacuate.
Anand Chankornkaen local resident who daily observes the water level at Somdet Phra Pin Klao Bridge stated that during the past two days the water level rose by 15 cm from 50 cm. Meanwhile, many organizations have provided boats to move the residents out of the area.
Besides, the increasing numbers of floating debris has become another important issue which should be taken into account.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
As a result of high tides in the Chao Phraya river, floodwaters on the Borom Rajajonnani Road, Thon Buri and the connecting areas continue to rise by 15 cm., causing more and more people to evacuate.
Anand Chankornkaen local resident who daily observes the water level at Somdet Phra Pin Klao Bridge stated that during the past two days the water level rose by 15 cm from 50 cm. Meanwhile, many organizations have provided boats to move the residents out of the area.
Besides, the increasing numbers of floating debris has become another important issue which should be taken into account.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Police warns goods hoarders of legal actions
Police warns goods hoarders of legal actions
Pol Maj-Gen Amnuay Nimmano, Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, warned of legal action to be taken against those found to have hoarded goods during the flood crisis with 7 year imprisonment or a fine of 140,000 THB or both as maximum penalties.
The Deputy Commissioner requested wholesalers and retailers to stop such actions. If the Department of Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce, declares a new list of price control goods, hoarders will end up with a loss as the controlled price is set from the producers’ price plus the transportation cost which might be lower than the price set by hoarders.
Pol Maj-Gen Amnuay,moreover, urged that the sellers should hold on to their professional ethics and encouraged buyers to immediately report over-priced sales and goods hoarding to the police and the Department of Internal Trade. Maximum penalties are 7 year imprisonment or a fine of 140,000 THB or both.
The Deputy Metropolitan Police Commissioner stated that no burglary and theft case in the household of the flood victims had been reported so far; however, he believed that such reports would come up during the post-flood period. As for hundreds of cars parked on highways and bridges, the Metropolitan Police Bureau is providing safety for them by launching inspections around the clock. Also, he asked the public to strengthen the security protection in order to reduce crimes.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Pol Maj-Gen Amnuay Nimmano, Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, warned of legal action to be taken against those found to have hoarded goods during the flood crisis with 7 year imprisonment or a fine of 140,000 THB or both as maximum penalties.
The Deputy Commissioner requested wholesalers and retailers to stop such actions. If the Department of Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce, declares a new list of price control goods, hoarders will end up with a loss as the controlled price is set from the producers’ price plus the transportation cost which might be lower than the price set by hoarders.
Pol Maj-Gen Amnuay,moreover, urged that the sellers should hold on to their professional ethics and encouraged buyers to immediately report over-priced sales and goods hoarding to the police and the Department of Internal Trade. Maximum penalties are 7 year imprisonment or a fine of 140,000 THB or both.
The Deputy Metropolitan Police Commissioner stated that no burglary and theft case in the household of the flood victims had been reported so far; however, he believed that such reports would come up during the post-flood period. As for hundreds of cars parked on highways and bridges, the Metropolitan Police Bureau is providing safety for them by launching inspections around the clock. Also, he asked the public to strengthen the security protection in order to reduce crimes.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
More roads flooded today as sea level rose this morning
More roads flooded today as sea level rose this morning
In the latest flood updates, Song Wat and Soi Sam Sen 21 and 23 have reportedly been flooded when the sea water rose to the highest level this morning.
The water level in the Chao Phraya River was recorded at 2.53 meters above mean sea level which caused an overspill on Song Wat Rd as well as Sam Sen Soi 21 and 23.
The report added that the torrent at Chao Phraya and Rama 6 dams has been recorded at the speed of 3,254 cubic meters per second, declining from yesterday by 27 cubic meters per second.
Meanwhile, the water level in Bang Sai is now at 4.11 meters above the sea level, declining from yesterday’s level by 3 centimeters. However, the water levels in Khlong Hok Wa in Sai Mai district and Khlong Thawi Watthana rose 8 centimers higher and 10 centimeters in Khlong Prem Prachakon.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
In the latest flood updates, Song Wat and Soi Sam Sen 21 and 23 have reportedly been flooded when the sea water rose to the highest level this morning.
The water level in the Chao Phraya River was recorded at 2.53 meters above mean sea level which caused an overspill on Song Wat Rd as well as Sam Sen Soi 21 and 23.
The report added that the torrent at Chao Phraya and Rama 6 dams has been recorded at the speed of 3,254 cubic meters per second, declining from yesterday by 27 cubic meters per second.
Meanwhile, the water level in Bang Sai is now at 4.11 meters above the sea level, declining from yesterday’s level by 3 centimeters. However, the water levels in Khlong Hok Wa in Sai Mai district and Khlong Thawi Watthana rose 8 centimers higher and 10 centimeters in Khlong Prem Prachakon.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
10 Flood evacuee centers in Bangkok shut down due to rising floodwater
10 Flood evacuee centers in Bangkok shut down due to rising floodwater
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has already closed 10 flood evacuee centers which are located in 4 heavily inundated areas, prompting the transfer of 406 evacuees to other shelters outside of Bangkok.
According to the BMA, there are a total of 10,343 people staying in 436 school compounds which now serve as evacuee centers while ten of those have been closed as flood levels continue to rise.
These schools consist of 5 in Don Mueang which are Wat Weluwanaram, Phahonyothin, Prempracha, Pracha-uthit and Bumrung Rawiwan schools. Other two located in Sai Mai are Wat Ko Suwannaram and Soi Annex schools, and Sam Wa Mosque school which is in Khlong Sam Wa district. The two remaining schools in Thawi Watthana are Khlong Ton Sai and Khlong Thawi Watthana schools.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has already closed 10 flood evacuee centers which are located in 4 heavily inundated areas, prompting the transfer of 406 evacuees to other shelters outside of Bangkok.
According to the BMA, there are a total of 10,343 people staying in 436 school compounds which now serve as evacuee centers while ten of those have been closed as flood levels continue to rise.
These schools consist of 5 in Don Mueang which are Wat Weluwanaram, Phahonyothin, Prempracha, Pracha-uthit and Bumrung Rawiwan schools. Other two located in Sai Mai are Wat Ko Suwannaram and Soi Annex schools, and Sam Wa Mosque school which is in Khlong Sam Wa district. The two remaining schools in Thawi Watthana are Khlong Ton Sai and Khlong Thawi Watthana schools.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
Pattaya packed with flood evacuees
Pattaya packed with flood evacuees
Pattaya beach resort is crowded with flood-affected citizens fleeing to the East.
Floods in several areas in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok where water level is constantly increasing, have forced a huge number of people to relocate their belongings and take their family members to seek safety elsewhere.
Among the safe destination is Pattaya which a large number of flood-affected people have chosen as their shelter away from problems, making every roads starting from inbound Sukhumvit Road as well as roads and places in northern, central, and southern Pattaya packed with vehicles and people. Traffic jam can be experienced along the way.
Looking from tourism aspect, the beaches in Pattaya, Wongse Amatya and Chom Thian zones are overcrowded with both Thai and foreign toursists swimming joyfully in the sea, claiming that they need to relax from the stressful situation but they have to keep up with the news at the same time.
Mr Sinchai Wattanasartsathorn, Vice President of Pattaya Business and Tourism Association (PBTA), said Pattaya was presently entering the high season so, apart from the regular tourists from Russia and Europe, this year the city was very busy welcoming local tourists who escaped from the floods According to the survey, 70-80% of appromimately 70,000 rooms offered by the hoteliers in the area have already been booked. Nevertheless, the business sector has opened www.trip2pattaya.com for flood victims to check and reserve accommodations online with 60-70% discounts on offer to assist them as well.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Pattaya beach resort is crowded with flood-affected citizens fleeing to the East.
Floods in several areas in Thailand, particularly in Bangkok where water level is constantly increasing, have forced a huge number of people to relocate their belongings and take their family members to seek safety elsewhere.
Among the safe destination is Pattaya which a large number of flood-affected people have chosen as their shelter away from problems, making every roads starting from inbound Sukhumvit Road as well as roads and places in northern, central, and southern Pattaya packed with vehicles and people. Traffic jam can be experienced along the way.
Looking from tourism aspect, the beaches in Pattaya, Wongse Amatya and Chom Thian zones are overcrowded with both Thai and foreign toursists swimming joyfully in the sea, claiming that they need to relax from the stressful situation but they have to keep up with the news at the same time.
Mr Sinchai Wattanasartsathorn, Vice President of Pattaya Business and Tourism Association (PBTA), said Pattaya was presently entering the high season so, apart from the regular tourists from Russia and Europe, this year the city was very busy welcoming local tourists who escaped from the floods According to the survey, 70-80% of appromimately 70,000 rooms offered by the hoteliers in the area have already been booked. Nevertheless, the business sector has opened www.trip2pattaya.com for flood victims to check and reserve accommodations online with 60-70% discounts on offer to assist them as well.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
PM confident flood would recede after Monday
PM confident flood would recede after Monday
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinnawatra expressed her beliefs that after tomorrow the flooding situation will start to ease, provided that there are no major downpours or rising sea water level.
She urged residents residing near canals not to destroy barriers in attempts to drain water out of their community, explaining that the barriers are the capital’s one of the last lines of defense.
Ms Yingluck assured the government was doing its best to manage the floodwater and that it would never abandon flood victims in the remote provinces, adding she had instructed authorities to thoroughly look after the flood affected areas.
She also urged the flood victims to leave their homes and stay in the evacuation center, adding that she had stressed the police to patrol the flood area to prevent burglaries.
As for additional holiday, the Prime Minister said that she would need to consult with the cabinet first, but added that she personally preferred more holidays until the situation return to normal.
Finally, she mentioned the ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinnawatra’s proposal to make spillways to manage water flow as coinciding with other academics' suggestion and that she would consider the project in the future.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinnawatra expressed her beliefs that after tomorrow the flooding situation will start to ease, provided that there are no major downpours or rising sea water level.
She urged residents residing near canals not to destroy barriers in attempts to drain water out of their community, explaining that the barriers are the capital’s one of the last lines of defense.
Ms Yingluck assured the government was doing its best to manage the floodwater and that it would never abandon flood victims in the remote provinces, adding she had instructed authorities to thoroughly look after the flood affected areas.
She also urged the flood victims to leave their homes and stay in the evacuation center, adding that she had stressed the police to patrol the flood area to prevent burglaries.
As for additional holiday, the Prime Minister said that she would need to consult with the cabinet first, but added that she personally preferred more holidays until the situation return to normal.
Finally, she mentioned the ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinnawatra’s proposal to make spillways to manage water flow as coinciding with other academics' suggestion and that she would consider the project in the future.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
5-10% flood evacuees contracted chronic diseases
5-10% flood evacuees contracted chronic diseases
The Department of Disease Control encourage flood evacuees to inform authorities in charge if they are sick as over 5-10 % of flood victims have reportedly contracted chronic diseases.
The Department Director-General, Dr. Pornthep Siriwanarangsan, said if medical treatments were not accessed soon, the patients' health could deteriorate. He advised that flood evacuees staying in the same shelter,should report to the shelter staff if they witnessed anyone with symptoms of diseases.
He said those who frequently developed hunger, perspired with shaking hands could be diabetic. Dr. Pornthep said severe symptoms for people who have diabetes include seizure and loss of consciousness. He advised that their conditions would improve in 5-10 minutes once treated with sugar or sweets.
However, if their sugar level is too high, they would become dehydrated, exhausted and eventually unconscious. It is important that a medication attention be sought once these symptoms have been detected.
As for those with high blood pressure, common symptoms may include dizziness, numbness in the feet or hands and a nose bleed. Dr. Pornthep said anyone with any kind of sickness should receive medications continuously. However they can call a public health hot line at 1442 for consultation or the Department of Disease Control at 02-5903333.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
The Department of Disease Control encourage flood evacuees to inform authorities in charge if they are sick as over 5-10 % of flood victims have reportedly contracted chronic diseases.
The Department Director-General, Dr. Pornthep Siriwanarangsan, said if medical treatments were not accessed soon, the patients' health could deteriorate. He advised that flood evacuees staying in the same shelter,should report to the shelter staff if they witnessed anyone with symptoms of diseases.
He said those who frequently developed hunger, perspired with shaking hands could be diabetic. Dr. Pornthep said severe symptoms for people who have diabetes include seizure and loss of consciousness. He advised that their conditions would improve in 5-10 minutes once treated with sugar or sweets.
However, if their sugar level is too high, they would become dehydrated, exhausted and eventually unconscious. It is important that a medication attention be sought once these symptoms have been detected.
As for those with high blood pressure, common symptoms may include dizziness, numbness in the feet or hands and a nose bleed. Dr. Pornthep said anyone with any kind of sickness should receive medications continuously. However they can call a public health hot line at 1442 for consultation or the Department of Disease Control at 02-5903333.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 30 October 2011
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