Bangkok: Officials are intensifying their drilling efforts in Zone C, believed to be the location where a missing person may have fled. The operation is expected to yield progress after 10 PM. A significant development was reported with the discovery of another deceased individual at 2 AM in Zone B, though the body remains unrecovered.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ekworanyu Amrapal, the Bangkok spokesman, visited the Joint Command Center at the site of the collapse of the Office of the Auditor General's construction building on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road. He provided an update on the ongoing efforts to assist victims and recover bodies. Recently, drilling operations have commenced on a three-story parking structure to enable the movement of a backhoe from Zone A to Zone B, allowing for debris removal from the upper levels.
The choice of Zone B was due to its solid foundation, capable of supporting the backhoe's weight. The process involves careful drilling to ensure soil stability and avoid further collapse. Conversely, Zones A, C, and D have already undergone significant soil removal, weakening their bases and making them unsuitable for backhoe operations due to potential collapse risks.
In Zone C, efforts to clear the area are set to begin at 10 PM, as it is adjacent to the parking building. This area is believed to potentially contain the bodies of victims. Meanwhile, the discovery of a body in the Zone B wreckage at 2:30 AM is confirmed, although access remains challenging due to the depth. The operation team convenes daily at 6 AM and 6 PM to assess progress and plan subsequent actions. Further updates are anticipated tonight.