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
Tuesday, November 01, 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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