Bangkok: Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, the Governor of Bangkok, visited the site of the collapsed Office of the Auditor General in Chatuchak District to offer encouragement and gratitude to the rescue teams, engineers, and K9 units involved in the relief efforts. Mr. Suriyachai Rawiwan, the incident director, was present at the site as operations continued to search for survivors and recover the deceased from the debris.
According to Thai News Agency, Governor Chadchart expressed his appreciation for the collaboration between government and private agencies in the rescue mission. The efforts involved the use of both heavy and light machinery to carefully manage the debris removal process. Heavy machinery was strategically employed in areas deemed safe from affecting potential survivors, while smaller equipment was used for more delicate operations.
The rescue operation utilized a caving method, which is recognized as the quickest way to reach trapped individuals. Governor Chadchart commended the meticulous care taken at every step of the process. He also highlighted the pivotal role of the K9 units, specially trained dogs that assist in locating vital signs of life. The K9s exhibit distinct behaviors when they detect survivors or deceased individuals, providing critical assistance to the rescue teams.
Furthermore, Governor Chadchart informed the public about an accessible method for reporting structural damage from earthquakes. Citizens can report building cracks via the LINE application by adding Line @traffyfondue. The process involves submitting detailed information, such as building type, height, crack size, and location, along with photographs, to facilitate a swift investigation by authorities.