Day: April 6, 2024

Bangkok, Director General of the National Park Order to prosecute everyone who goes to collect forest products in every protected forest area that has already burnt. Except for areas eased for communities that help prevent wildfires.

Mr. Atthaphon Charoenchansa, Director-General of the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, revealed about the forest fire situation in Thailand. To date, there have been a cumulative total of 102,106 heat points, 64,962 of which are in forest areas (37,251 in protected forests and 27,711 in national reserved forests), 37,144 are outside forest areas. These heat points occur in protected forests. Until now, compared to the same period in 2023, it was found to have decreased by 36.65 percent.

The current wildfire situation has found 319 hot spots in Thailand, 163 of which are in protected forest areas. Most of them are found in the 17 northern provinces, 117 spots, with the most in Chiang Mai Province, 46 spots, Mae Hong Son Province, 23 spots, and Nan P
rovince, 13 spots. Points by protected forest areas with a severe forest fire situation include Srinakarin Dam National Park, Kanchanaburi Province, Salawin National Park, Mae Hong Son Province, and Ob Luang National Park, Chiang Mai Province. Areas that currently require strict special monitoring include Srinakarin Dam National Park, Province. Kanchanaburi, Thung Yai Naresuan Wildlife Sanctuary, western side, Kanchanaburi Province, Salawin National Park, Mae Hong Son Province, Pai Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, Mae Hong Son Province, and Pha Daeng National Park, Chiang Mai Province.

The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has implemented the policy. ‘Freeze area’

by setting up checkpoints/interception points and wildfire monitoring points throughout the country, totaling 3,893 points, divided into

1) Checkpoint/Extraction Point Operated by officials at 1,311 points

2) Forest fire lookout point Proceed with hiring citizens to monitor the area, totaling 2,582 points, divided into using
the budget of the National Park Service for 1,000 points and using the central budget to reinforce the original 1,582 surveillance points to cover more areas.

Recently, today the intensity of forest fire prevention control has been raised. By the Director-General of the National Park Department Orders were given to all units. ‘From now on, all forest areas should be protected. Arrest and prosecute anyone who goes to collect forest products in the fire area. Except for areas that have made agreements with communities that respect the rules. Especially which area has a lot of fire area? If no legal action is found Considered to be lax and not paying attention By assigning the Bureau of Forest Fire Prevention and Control support arrest Then report comparative results for each forest area. and the area of ??responsibility of the forest fire station At the same time, we encourage all officials and have all units inquire and check the physical condition of the forest fire extinguishing team officials as well.

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urce: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Director-General of the Pollution Control Department. Chemical incident expected ‘Sulfuric acid’ flows into the Khan River. Luang Prabang Province, Lao PDR, does not affect the water quality of provinces along the Mekong River in Thailand, with ONWR believing the chemicals will dilute before reaching Thailand. But we have coordinated and closely monitored the situation.

Ms. Preeyaporn Suwannakes, Director-General of the Pollution Control Department, said that Order Pollution Control Department officials to continuously monitor the quality of the Mekong River water in Loei Province. From an accident where a chemical truck overturned causing sulfuric acid to flow into the Khan River In the Luang Prabang Province, Lao PDR, on April 3, 2024, the distance from the incident location is approximately 293 kilometers from Chiang Khan District, Loei Province.

This has been coordinated with the National Water Secretariat (ONTRO), which has informed that As the chemicals move through the Xayaburi Dam, they wi
ll dilute before reaching Thailand. But the Pollution Control Department is monitoring and coordinating with the Mekong River Commission (MRC) to closely monitor the situation.

The National Water Resources Office issued an announcement regarding monitoring the impact on water quality in the Mekong River from the aforementioned incident, stating that chemicals moving through the Xayaburi Dam on April 5, 2024 will cause the chemicals to be diluted. It will then move into Thailand (Loei Province) during the period 8 – 10 April 2024 and from the initial assessment it is expected that it will not affect the water quality of the Mekong River in Thailand.

National Water Resources Office As the Secretariat of the National Mekong River Commission, Thailand has been following the situation and coordinating with the Secretariat of the Mekong River Commission. Consider coordinating with the Lao PDR in managing water from the Xayaburi Dam. to dilute chemicals

As well as assigning relevant agencies in Thailand to measur
e water quality and continuously report the situation to the provinces. Prepare to deal with such situations. and request that the provinces of Loei, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen and Ubon Ratchathani Please publicize the water situation in the Mekong River. and warn people traveling and conducting activities in the Mekong River area aquatic fisheries Including those who live in the said area. Follow the water situation closely. and preparing to monitor the impact of water quality in the Mekong River Until the situation returns to normal.

Source: Thai News Agency

Chonburi, Fire at a paper pressing factory awaiting recycling in Ban Bueng District, Chonburi Province. The fire spread quickly and caused total damage of at least 10 million baht. No one was injured or killed.

Last night, around 1:00 AM, there were more than ten fire trucks from Ban Bueng Municipality and nearby areas. Rushed to investigate the incident at Fu Yu Import Export Co., Ltd., Ban Bueng Subdistrict, Ban Bueng District, Chonburi Province, where a fire broke out. When we arrived we found a paper pressing factory waiting to be recycled. At first the fire didn’t burn much. But compressed paper is a highly flammable material, causing the fire to spread quickly. Must evacuate belongings As the fire spread rapidly until it spread throughout the entire warehouse. The building structure collapsed. It took 2-3 hours for the officials to spray the water and could only spray the vitreous water from outside. Finally, wait for it to burn completely and then it will extinguish itself. No one was injured or died
. Preliminary damage estimated at not less than 10 million baht.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok,, Relaxation for workers of 3 nationalities to return home to celebrate Songkran. The Ministry of Labor emphasizes equal care for everyone, without discrimination, under the principles of the law.

Mr. Phumiphat Mueanchan, spokesman for the Ministry of Labor, revealed that Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labor Give importance to systematic and efficient management and care of migrant workers. Both prevention and suppression by registering correctly and inspect and control these workers to ensure that these workers do not violate the law or use group rules. If there is a problem, negotiations will be used until legal action is taken. Taking into account the benefits of every group of employers and employees. without discrimination including followers who are the children of migrant workers To appropriately benefit all parties

In the past, many international organizations such as the International Labor Organization International Organization for Migration I admire Thailand’s policies and trea
tment of migrant workers, which can serve as a model for other countries. Especially caring for and promoting social security for migrant workers. which the Minister of Labor Always emphasize that migrant workers are a group of people who help drive the Thai economy. and are like relatives that we must take care of according to human rights principles

For this Songkran festival The Ministry of Labor has proposed to the Cabinet to request a waiver for Cambodian, Laotian, and Myanmar workers who have the specified qualifications. Return to your country of origin to attend the traditional Songkran festival. Recently, the Royal Gazette published an announcement from the Ministry of Interior granting relief for these workers to be able to return home and return to Thailand. There is no need to apply for permission again between 1 Apr. – 15 May 2024. However, if returning after the specified period, you must apply for permission or Re-Entry Permit as usual, in accordance with government policy To maintain good rel
ations with neighboring countries. and help reduce the burden of travel expenses for migrant workers as well.

Source: Thai News Agency

Nonthaburi,, Surveillance cameras captured shocking images of a BMW crashing into a drugstore, causing severe damage. The driver’s side fled. Victims must petition the Saimai must survive page. Until the driver was found responsible Said he secretly took his boss’s car to drive.

This BMW crashed into a pharmacy without brakes. The shop was completely damaged. The incident happened at the pharmacy. In front of a village, Sala Sala Subdistrict, Bang Kruai District, Nonthaburi Province, on April 3 this past. The driver’s side fled. The force of the collision damaged glass doors, medicine, shop floors, and counters. Total value approximately 1 million baht.

After the incident, Ms. Nutphanida, 32 years old, the owner of the shop, went to report the incident at Plai Bang Police Station, but the police did not accept the report. Giving the reason that it is a civil case So I decided to complain to the Silk Tong Rod page. Latest yesterday The Saimai team must survive. Take the shop owner (victim) to meet the polic
e at Plai Bang Police Station and coordinate with Ms. Anutra, the real owner of the car. and Mr. Jettanarong The driver on the day of the incident came to the police station.

Mr. Chetanarong confessed that he secretly drove his boss’ car to buy food. And it was the first time I drove, so I wasn’t used to it, and at that time I took antihistamines so I fell asleep and apologized to everyone. At that time, I didn’t dare tell my boss. because of fear of being fired

Ms. Anutara, the owner of the car, said that I just found out about the matter and am willing to compensate the other party for damages. because his subordinates were wrong From now on, wages will be deducted according to regulations. The subordinate also apologized. Crying, saying it wasn’t intentional. I thought that when something happened, I had to rush back to the company. as quickly as possible

The victim said he felt more at ease and admitted that at first he was stressed. Because I didn’t know he had a point. Did you have any intention to c
rash into him? When I found out it was an accident, I felt relieved. From now on, insurance officials will come to assess the damage at the store. And would like to thank the media and the Saimai Tong Rod page. that helps coordinate with the police allowing the case to proceed.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Officials are still unable to move. Container truck trailer that lost control and crashed into a commercial building Krung Non Bridge area Worried that the building will collapse again. Plan to bring equipment to support the building. Before rushing to move within today

In the case of an 18-wheel trailer truck carrying 1 container, it was parked at the foot of Krung Non Bridge. which is a bridge over Maha Sawat Canal, Soi Suan Phak 32, Taling Chan Subdistrict and District, Bangkok, while officials are rushing to move The container truck lost control. Backed and crashed into a 3-story shophouse at the base of the bridge. causing heavy damage to the building About two support pillars were broken, but the building had not collapsed. Meanwhile, people cannot use the route to cross to Nonthaburi Province. The incident occurred at around 3:00 PM yesterday.

After the incident, officials from many agencies Try to clear the area. Remove the tow truck from the building. but was unable to complete the operat
ion successfully Until approximately 12:10 a.m., officials from the Bangkok Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office Damage was assessed. and predicted that If you bring out a tow truck May risk causing damage to the damaged building. There was a repeated collapse. So they stopped taking the car out of the building.

It is planned that today we will bring a set of bracing equipment. to support the building Before using the crane to lift and move The container left the building. The duration of each step of work will be assessed in detail. Because of the fear that the building will collapse again. During this time, traffic has been blocked to prevent people from using the bridge.

While this morning Officials from Bangkok Went to the area to prepare for moving the trailer truck again. They are waiting for experts from the Engineering Institute of Thailand. Let’s evaluate the situation in detail. before moving the car out of the building.

Source: Thai News Agency

Tak, During April which is the hottest period The sun is perpendicular to Thailand. A beam of light that shines directly perpendicular will cause the temperature to be higher than the area where it hits obliquely. Yesterday (April 5), the highest temperature was a new record for 2024 at 43.5 degrees Celsius in Tak Province, according to the Meteorological Department. that it will continue to be hot again.

Source: Thai News Agency

Tak, During April which is the hottest period The sun is perpendicular to Thailand. A beam of light that shines directly perpendicular will cause the temperature to be higher than the area where it hits obliquely. Yesterday (April 5), the highest temperature was a new record for 2024 at 43.5 degrees Celsius in Tak Province, according to the Meteorological Department. that it will continue to be hot again.

Source: Thai News Agency