Day: February 4, 2024

Bangkok, The Meteorological Department reveals that upper Thailand will have fog in the morning. “North, Northeast, Central” temperatures will drop 1-2 degrees.

The Meteorological Department revealed that the high pressure area or cold air mass covering the northern and upper northeastern regions is weak. In addition, there is a northwesterly wind in the upper level blowing over upper Thailand. This characteristic causes upper Thailand to have fog in the morning. Temperatures in the northern, northeastern, and central regions will drop by 1-2 degrees Celsius, while southerly and southeast winds still blow over the northeastern region. lower lower central region and eastern region This characteristic makes the Northeast region And in the eastern region there will be thunderstorms in some places. People in the area are asked to take care of their health due to the changing weather conditions. And be careful when traveling through foggy areas.

For the weak easterly and southeast winds blow over the Gulf of Th
ailand, the southern region and the Andaman Sea. causing the southern region to have little rain Dust during this period: Upper Thailand has moderate to high accumulation of dust/smog. Because the wind that blows over it is weak.

Source: Thai News Agency

Hanoi: Overseas Vietnamese (OVs) in Japan, Australia, Algeria, Thailand and Laos celebrated Tet (Lunar New Year) Festival at gatherings held in their host countries as the national biggest traditional festival is approaching.

The Consulate General of Vietnam in Japan’s Osaka city held a Tet get-together for the Vietnamese community and foreigners in Kansai region on February 2.

At the event, Vietnamese Consul General Ngo Trinh Ha laid stress on the 50th founding anniversary of the Vietnam – Japan diplomatic relations in 2023, with more than 500 activities held, helping to improve mutual understanding and tighten the friendship between the two nations.

Conveying condolences to the victims of the earthquake that struck Japan on January 1, Ha spoke highly of the support from organisations and individuals for quake-hit people, including the Vietnamese community.

He expressed his hope that the Vietnamese community in the region will promote solidarity, enhance exchanges with local people, and become stronger i
n the coming time.

On the occasion, more than 250 guests were treated to traditional Vietnamese dishes and art performances staged by Vietnamese people in Kansai region.

While in Canberra, Australia, a get-together was organised by the Vietnamese Embassy on February 3.

Sending his online Tet greetings to participants, Ambassador Pham Hung Tam highlighted Vietnam’s achievements in 2023 amidst gloomy global economic situation, and a milestone in Vietnam – Australia relations as they celebrated their 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations and 5th anniversary of their Strategic Partnership.

The Vietnamese Party and State attach much importance to and want to unceasingly consolidate the great national solidary bloc, with OVs being an inseparable part, he said, adding the embassy and Consulates General in Australia have seen the community-related work as their top priority, and hope to bolster solidarity, sharing and mutual support among Vietnamese people towards the development of the community and the natio
n as a whole.

Tam wished that the Vietnam – Australia relationship will develop in a practical manner and the Vietnamese community in the host nation will be stronger in 2024.

Participants at the event had a chance to enjoy Vietnamese Tet favourites and musical performances to welcome a new year of prosperity.

The Tet atmosphere was also in the air of Algeria as hundreds of Vietnamese nationals came to the embassy in Algiers to attend the Homeland Spring event on February 3.

Ambassador Tran Quoc Khanh said that as the inseparable part of the country, the OVs in Algeria have served as a bridge to connect the two nations, calling on Vietnamese nationals to continue promoting solidarity, joining hands to build the community as well as preserving and popularising the images of the Vietnamese people and culture among foreigners.

The OVs expressed their delight and emotion when joining the event, affirming that they always turn the hearts to the homeland.

Traditional dishes, and performances of music, traditi
onal martial arts and lan (kylin) dance were featured at the festival.

A similar event was also arranged for OVs in Khon Kaen city of Thailand by the Vietnamese Consulate General, which drew the participation of leaders from Khon Kaen city, the Consulates General of China and Laos, and many OVs who are living and studying in Thailand’s northeastern region.

Consul General Chu Duc Dung recalled the Party and State’s consistent policy of seeing the OVs important resources of the nation, and hailed the OVs’ contributions to the national development through cultural and religious exchange activities over the past time.

The Consulate General stands ready to accompany and support the Vietnamese community, helping them promote solidarity and gain more achievements, he added.

Meanwhile, the Vietnamese community in Laos organised Tet rituals at Phat Tich pagoda in Vientiane to honour their roots on February 4.

On the occasion, the pagoda and benefactors presented 150 gifts, each worth 500,000 LAK (24 USD) to the i
mpoverished and those with difficulties circumstances and disabilities in Vientiane, helping them have a warm Tet./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

Bangkok, The Association of Structural Engineers made 4 observations to analyze the cause of the famous Chiang Mai resort balcony collapsing, causing several injuries.

from resort events In Chiang Mai Province, it collapsed, causing many injuries. The Structural Engineers Association of Thailand, led by Prof. Dr. Amorn Pimanmas, President of the Association, Mr. Chulert Chitchueajun, Vice-President, and Mr. Watthanapong Hirunman, jointly analyzed the cause of the collapse. By noting various issues that may be the cause of the collapse are as follows.

The part of the building that collapsed It is a balcony extending onto the second floor. Has the construction permit been legally requested or not? And is there an overhang of more than 2 m.? Because balconies that extend from 2 m or more are classified as controlled engineering. Therefore, it is necessary to have a licensed engineer to design and supervise construction. Also, the resort It may also be classified as a public building.

Characteristics of the b
alcony structure It has the appearance of a projecting structure. This was caused by an addition extending from the main structure. Normally, the overhanging structure There is only one support point on one side. Therefore there is a lot of deflection and internal force. Therefore, it is more likely to fall off from the main structure than other types of structures. Especially if it is a newly added balcony.

The joint between the balcony and the original structure Does it meet engineering standards? Because of the photograph of the collapsed building Shows how to fasten the structure using only short steel dowels. which may not be strong enough to support weight It may cause it to collapse.

Load weight, such as the number of people or items placed on the balcony How many are there? If the load exceeds the capacity of the balcony It may also be the cause of the collapse.

In order to conclude the exact cause of the collapse, Additional information must be gathered, such as forms for requesting construction p
ermission. List of engineers involved as well as information on the remains of concrete and reinforcing steel that have collapsed.

Prof. Dr. Amorn Pimanmat emphasized that Addition of overhanging structures such as balconies that are not up to engineering standards There is steel reinforcement at the joints that are not up to standard. There is a risk of collapse. Therefore, heavy objects should not be placed or the number of people should be limited. By avoiding using the overhanging balcony as an activity area for many people.

Source: Thai News Agency