MP Karun affirms boats and floating toilets are kept for flood relief purpose
Pheu Thai Don Mueang MP Karun Hosakul confirmed no boats and floating toilets kept away from being used to assist flood victims.
Asked about the leftover donation goods found in the Flood Relief Operations Centr (FROC) Don Mueang Airport, Mr. Karun said that the clothes, which he had not yet seen, were probably unusable and thus, had been screened out accordingly. Formerly, he had announced that second-hand clothes were not preferred as they would be of no use.
Moreover, it is affirmed that the boats and the floating toilets, under the responsibility of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, are kept in the warehouse, lining up to be distributed to the suitable places afterwards. They are neither left behind nor stocked up as personal properties as appeared in the news.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) - Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 30 October 2011
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Cabinet to consider extra flood holidays today
Cabinet to consider extra flood holidays today
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) is planning to ask the Cabinet to mull over the extension of flood holidays in today’s meeting as the flood situation in the capital still persists.
In his capacity as the Director of the FROC, Justice Minister Police General Pracha Promnog disclosed that the center had already proposed to Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra the prolongation of public holidays amid the ongoing flood crisis. He expected the matter to be brought to consideration during the emergency session of the Cabinet today.
Previously, the Cabinet made a resolution to designate 27-31 October as national holidays for government agencies within 21 flood-affected provinces, including Bangkok. The objective is to allow local residents to move to safer areas before the arrival of the northern runoff and high tides and to facilitate the officials’ operations to tackle the flood problem.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 30 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) is planning to ask the Cabinet to mull over the extension of flood holidays in today’s meeting as the flood situation in the capital still persists.
In his capacity as the Director of the FROC, Justice Minister Police General Pracha Promnog disclosed that the center had already proposed to Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra the prolongation of public holidays amid the ongoing flood crisis. He expected the matter to be brought to consideration during the emergency session of the Cabinet today.
Previously, the Cabinet made a resolution to designate 27-31 October as national holidays for government agencies within 21 flood-affected provinces, including Bangkok. The objective is to allow local residents to move to safer areas before the arrival of the northern runoff and high tides and to facilitate the officials’ operations to tackle the flood problem.
BANGKOK, 30 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 30 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) prepares backup plan in case flood reaches new office
FROC prepares backup plan in case flood reaches new office
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) has convened with related agencies to draw up a backup plan for its new office at the Energy Complex Building in case the building becomes inundated.
After the FROC headquarters had to be relocated from Don Muang Airport to the Energy Ministry’s Energy Complex Building on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road due to severe flooding, FROC Director Police General Pracha Promnog has called a meeting with relevant authorities to assess the operation to assist flood victims. A contingency plan is also drafted in case the floodwater arrives at the site and another round of office relocation becomes necessary.
Nonetheless, Energy Minister Pichai Naripthaphan assured that the Energy Complex Building was safe from floods as it was situated higher than the sea level by 1-2 meters and a two-meter high flood barrier had already been erected around the site. He said the new headquarters should not be affected unless the water level is more than five meters high.
All equipment of the FROC has been moved to the Energy Complex Building since this morning while its hotline 1111 extension 5 has been reconnected and is now open to calls from flood victims again.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 29 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) has convened with related agencies to draw up a backup plan for its new office at the Energy Complex Building in case the building becomes inundated.
After the FROC headquarters had to be relocated from Don Muang Airport to the Energy Ministry’s Energy Complex Building on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road due to severe flooding, FROC Director Police General Pracha Promnog has called a meeting with relevant authorities to assess the operation to assist flood victims. A contingency plan is also drafted in case the floodwater arrives at the site and another round of office relocation becomes necessary.
Nonetheless, Energy Minister Pichai Naripthaphan assured that the Energy Complex Building was safe from floods as it was situated higher than the sea level by 1-2 meters and a two-meter high flood barrier had already been erected around the site. He said the new headquarters should not be affected unless the water level is more than five meters high.
All equipment of the FROC has been moved to the Energy Complex Building since this morning while its hotline 1111 extension 5 has been reconnected and is now open to calls from flood victims again.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 29 October 2011
Other countries express condolences as Thai PM asks all Thais to fight on
Other countries express condolences as Thai PM asks all Thais to fight on
Several countries have expressed their condolences and are ready to give assistance to Thailand which is suffering from flood crisis while the government has confirmed that there is no political agenda in flood resolutions and asked Thai citizens to be patient and fight against the flood disaster.
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said in 'Yingluck Government Meets the People' program that during the previous week, several countries expressed their concerns over the flood situation in Thailand and also delivered aids in the forms of donation money and consumer goods. Japan and Holland sent their water management experts to work with the Thai officials, the Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard made a direct call to give encouragement and show the willingness to provide assistance.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also invited diplomats from other countries to be informed of flood relief and economic rehabilitation measures to regain confidence among them. As for the allocation of the donation money of 829 million THB, the government has used them in buying consumer goods and necessities to help the flood victims continuously, leaving more than 386 million THB to be used for giving the people assistance and hurriedly releasing water into the sea. Moreover, the Prime Minister has assured that the government will not involve political affairs in flood relief process and urged the people to be tolerant, so that all can get through the disaster together.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) -Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 29 October 2011
Several countries have expressed their condolences and are ready to give assistance to Thailand which is suffering from flood crisis while the government has confirmed that there is no political agenda in flood resolutions and asked Thai citizens to be patient and fight against the flood disaster.
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said in 'Yingluck Government Meets the People' program that during the previous week, several countries expressed their concerns over the flood situation in Thailand and also delivered aids in the forms of donation money and consumer goods. Japan and Holland sent their water management experts to work with the Thai officials, the Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard made a direct call to give encouragement and show the willingness to provide assistance.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also invited diplomats from other countries to be informed of flood relief and economic rehabilitation measures to regain confidence among them. As for the allocation of the donation money of 829 million THB, the government has used them in buying consumer goods and necessities to help the flood victims continuously, leaving more than 386 million THB to be used for giving the people assistance and hurriedly releasing water into the sea. Moreover, the Prime Minister has assured that the government will not involve political affairs in flood relief process and urged the people to be tolerant, so that all can get through the disaster together.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) -Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 29 October 2011
FROC clarifies flood defense plan to foreign envoys
FROC clarifies flood defense plan to foreign envoys
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) has elucidated the flood prevention strategy to foreign envoys from over 80 countries while voicing confidence that Suvarnabhumi International Airport will be safe.
According to Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry Thani Thongpakdi, the FROC has arranged a conference with foreign ambassadors representing over 80 nations in a bid to give them a summary on the flood situation in Thailand as well as the Thai government’s measures to tackle the flood problem in the long run.
During the session, Justice Minister Police General Pracha Promnog, as Director of the FROC, elaborated on relevant operations of the Government, especially the strategy to divert floodwater to the sea through the eastern and western parts of Bangkok in a bid to save the inner city. He affirmed that the flood would only cause inconveniences in people’s daily life, rather than becoming a deadly catastrophe.
The envoys were also assured of the Government’s ability to protect Suvarnabhumi International Airport from floodwater. In case of emergency, air traffic will be diverted to U-Tapao International Airport in Chon Buri province, which has already been prepared.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Kittiratt Na Ranong, who chaired the meeting, presented details on rehabilitation measures, which included loan privileges for flood victims and the improvement of the basic infrastructure in preparation for future natural disasters.
On this occasion, several ambassadors expressed their countries’ willingness to provide Thailand with assistance while confirming that investors would resume their operations in Thailand after normalcy had returned.
BANGKOK, 28 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 28 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) has elucidated the flood prevention strategy to foreign envoys from over 80 countries while voicing confidence that Suvarnabhumi International Airport will be safe.
According to Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry Thani Thongpakdi, the FROC has arranged a conference with foreign ambassadors representing over 80 nations in a bid to give them a summary on the flood situation in Thailand as well as the Thai government’s measures to tackle the flood problem in the long run.
During the session, Justice Minister Police General Pracha Promnog, as Director of the FROC, elaborated on relevant operations of the Government, especially the strategy to divert floodwater to the sea through the eastern and western parts of Bangkok in a bid to save the inner city. He affirmed that the flood would only cause inconveniences in people’s daily life, rather than becoming a deadly catastrophe.
The envoys were also assured of the Government’s ability to protect Suvarnabhumi International Airport from floodwater. In case of emergency, air traffic will be diverted to U-Tapao International Airport in Chon Buri province, which has already been prepared.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Kittiratt Na Ranong, who chaired the meeting, presented details on rehabilitation measures, which included loan privileges for flood victims and the improvement of the basic infrastructure in preparation for future natural disasters.
On this occasion, several ambassadors expressed their countries’ willingness to provide Thailand with assistance while confirming that investors would resume their operations in Thailand after normalcy had returned.
BANGKOK, 28 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Surapan Laotharanarit
News Date : 28 October 2011
MWA cuts water supply to Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan & Thonburi
MWA cuts water supply to Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan & Thonburi
The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority has lowered its tap water supply to Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan and Thonburi as floodwater has impaired the quality of raw water of the western side of the Chao Phraya River.
The floodwater which carries dirt has spilled into the raw water system, causing the tap water production to take a longer time. As a result, Maha Sawat Water Treatment Plant which feeds the water to Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, and Thonburi has to lower its daily supply of 900,000 cubic meters to 400,000 cubic meters.
The tap water will be dispensed between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. in the morning and between 17 p.m. and 20 p.m. in the evening. Affected areas will be Muang, western Pak Kret, Bang Bua Thong, Bang Yai, Sai Noi and Bang Kruay districts in Nonthaburi, Phra Pradaeng and western Phra Samut Chedi districts in Samut Praka and all 15 districts in Thonburi. However, the supply cuts do not apply to hospitals.
The MWA also confirmed that the water quality is still on a par with international standards.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 29 October 2011
The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority has lowered its tap water supply to Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan and Thonburi as floodwater has impaired the quality of raw water of the western side of the Chao Phraya River.
The floodwater which carries dirt has spilled into the raw water system, causing the tap water production to take a longer time. As a result, Maha Sawat Water Treatment Plant which feeds the water to Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, and Thonburi has to lower its daily supply of 900,000 cubic meters to 400,000 cubic meters.
The tap water will be dispensed between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. in the morning and between 17 p.m. and 20 p.m. in the evening. Affected areas will be Muang, western Pak Kret, Bang Bua Thong, Bang Yai, Sai Noi and Bang Kruay districts in Nonthaburi, Phra Pradaeng and western Phra Samut Chedi districts in Samut Praka and all 15 districts in Thonburi. However, the supply cuts do not apply to hospitals.
The MWA also confirmed that the water quality is still on a par with international standards.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 29 October 2011
Floods force Flood Relief Operation Center (FROC) relocation
Floods force FROC relocation
The Flood Relief Operation Center has succumbed to floods and is preparing to relocate soon.
After the weeks-long battle against the floods, FROC has finally been under siege and is forced to move to a drier area. FROC’s new base will be Energy Complex Building on Vibhavadi- Rangsit Road.
Energy Complex has been chosen as the new office of FROC because of its location. The building stands on high ground which the floods are unlikely to reach and is close both to the toll way and BTS sky train station, making it easier for the officials to come to work.
The FROC relocation is expected to begin in the next few days.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 29 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operation Center has succumbed to floods and is preparing to relocate soon.
After the weeks-long battle against the floods, FROC has finally been under siege and is forced to move to a drier area. FROC’s new base will be Energy Complex Building on Vibhavadi- Rangsit Road.
Energy Complex has been chosen as the new office of FROC because of its location. The building stands on high ground which the floods are unlikely to reach and is close both to the toll way and BTS sky train station, making it easier for the officials to come to work.
The FROC relocation is expected to begin in the next few days.
BANGKOK, 29 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 29 October 2011
Thammasat University has announced the closure of its evacuation center
Thammasat evacuation center closes down
Thammasat University has announced the closure of its evacuation center.
In its announcement, the university has planned to give part of the donation money of over five million baht to other evacuation centers, which the flood victims previously under its care have been transferred to. The rest of the money will be spent on the assistance programs for the flood victims and the rehabilitation of the flood-torn areas.
The donation items have been distributed to different evacuation centers and the affected people around the campus. The university has also thanked all the donors and volunteers for their help.
PATHUM THANI, 29 October 2011 (NNT) –Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 29 October 2011
Thammasat University has announced the closure of its evacuation center.
In its announcement, the university has planned to give part of the donation money of over five million baht to other evacuation centers, which the flood victims previously under its care have been transferred to. The rest of the money will be spent on the assistance programs for the flood victims and the rehabilitation of the flood-torn areas.
The donation items have been distributed to different evacuation centers and the affected people around the campus. The university has also thanked all the donors and volunteers for their help.
PATHUM THANI, 29 October 2011 (NNT) –Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 29 October 2011
MWA cuts water fees by half in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan
MWA cuts water fees by half in Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan
The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority will offer a big discount on the tap water fees of the residents in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan to help lower their financial burdens.
The people living in the aforesaid provinces will only pay half of their water usage fees in October. The MWA will also exempt fees for the amount of water that leaks from pipe breakages at private houses and companies.
The MWWA will in addition extend the payment deadline by another three months for those having difficulties settling their bills on time.
BANGKOK, 28 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 28 October 2011
The Metropolitan Waterworks Authority will offer a big discount on the tap water fees of the residents in Bangkok, Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan to help lower their financial burdens.
The people living in the aforesaid provinces will only pay half of their water usage fees in October. The MWA will also exempt fees for the amount of water that leaks from pipe breakages at private houses and companies.
The MWWA will in addition extend the payment deadline by another three months for those having difficulties settling their bills on time.
BANGKOK, 28 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Vipaporn Pooritanasarn
News Date : 28 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) : Overall flood situation has improved
FROC: Overall flood situation has improved
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) said the overall flood situation has improved while more reinforcement on the west side of the Chao Phraya River will be made to cushion a high sea tide on 15 November 2011.
FROC Spokesperson Gen Palangkoon Klaharn said the amount of the northern run off, which is passing through Nakhon Sawan province, has continuously declined. The Royal Irrigation Department will from now try to lower the speed of the torrent and the amount of water going through the sluice gate of the Chao Phraya dam as well as other gates by 10% for five consecutive 5 days.
Gen Palangkoon said the measure would help lower the flood level in Bangkok and the outlying areas of the Chao Phraya and Tha Chin Rivers during the period of low tides from 3-15 November. During this time, embankments on the west side of the Chao Phraya River will be reinforced to prepare for the next round of high sea tides.
The waters in canals and rivers have been continuously drained into Khlong Saen Saeb to quickly reduce the flood level in Bangkok. 3,000 large-sized sandbags will be put together to create a 3.5 kilometer-long dyke from Khlong Prem Prachakorn to Lak Hok, according to Transport Minister Air Chief Marshal Sukumpol Suwanatat. The dyke is expected to be completed by 3 November.
The project will help reduce the flood level on Vibhavadi Rangsit and Phahon Yothin roads and prevent the water at Muang Ek housing estate from flowing into Khlong Prapa Canal.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC) said the overall flood situation has improved while more reinforcement on the west side of the Chao Phraya River will be made to cushion a high sea tide on 15 November 2011.
FROC Spokesperson Gen Palangkoon Klaharn said the amount of the northern run off, which is passing through Nakhon Sawan province, has continuously declined. The Royal Irrigation Department will from now try to lower the speed of the torrent and the amount of water going through the sluice gate of the Chao Phraya dam as well as other gates by 10% for five consecutive 5 days.
Gen Palangkoon said the measure would help lower the flood level in Bangkok and the outlying areas of the Chao Phraya and Tha Chin Rivers during the period of low tides from 3-15 November. During this time, embankments on the west side of the Chao Phraya River will be reinforced to prepare for the next round of high sea tides.
The waters in canals and rivers have been continuously drained into Khlong Saen Saeb to quickly reduce the flood level in Bangkok. 3,000 large-sized sandbags will be put together to create a 3.5 kilometer-long dyke from Khlong Prem Prachakorn to Lak Hok, according to Transport Minister Air Chief Marshal Sukumpol Suwanatat. The dyke is expected to be completed by 3 November.
The project will help reduce the flood level on Vibhavadi Rangsit and Phahon Yothin roads and prevent the water at Muang Ek housing estate from flowing into Khlong Prapa Canal.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT)-Reporter : NUPPOL SUVANSOMBUT
News Date : 31 October 2011
More than 500 handicapped animals evacuated from floods
More than 500 handicapped animals evacuated from floods
The Department of Livestock Development and student volunteers from Chulalongkorn University and Mahidol University have evacuated more than 500 dogs from an animal shelter as flood water is increasing to the point that they cannot live.
Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development Mr Krissadee Chaosuanchareon, together with his deputy, Mr Nirandon Ueongtrakulsook, and Nakhon Pathom’s provincial livestock officer Mr Samroeng Kruthdam, led district livestock officer and student volunteers from Chulalongkorn University and Mahidol University to evacuate more than 500 dogs and 50 cats from their shelter at the Foundation for Handicapped Animals under Luang Ta Maha Bua's patronage in Moo 10, Bang Phasi sub-district, Bang Lane district, Nakhon Pathom province. The evacuation was carried out with difficulties as volunteers had to load cages onto the boats before crossing a 4 meter-deep marsh to carry the animals out.
All of the evacuated animals will be kept at Phetchaburi Provincial Livestock Office. The evacuation is expected to be finished before dark to prevent the volunteers from dangerous traveling since the route is uncomfortable and the water is increasing continuously. Moreover, the dogs are very tired since they have not been fed since morning to prevent them from throwing up during the relocation.
The Foundation for Handicapped Animals under Luang Ta Maha Bua's patronage has been established for 30 years. Mrs Pimkul Olansiraroj is the president. Most of the dogs and cats at the foundation are either abandoned by their owners or handicapped without the ability to help themselves. Those interested in donating money or food can visit the foundation or the Phetchaburi Provincial Livestock Office.
NAKHON PATHOM, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
The Department of Livestock Development and student volunteers from Chulalongkorn University and Mahidol University have evacuated more than 500 dogs from an animal shelter as flood water is increasing to the point that they cannot live.
Director-General of the Department of Livestock Development Mr Krissadee Chaosuanchareon, together with his deputy, Mr Nirandon Ueongtrakulsook, and Nakhon Pathom’s provincial livestock officer Mr Samroeng Kruthdam, led district livestock officer and student volunteers from Chulalongkorn University and Mahidol University to evacuate more than 500 dogs and 50 cats from their shelter at the Foundation for Handicapped Animals under Luang Ta Maha Bua's patronage in Moo 10, Bang Phasi sub-district, Bang Lane district, Nakhon Pathom province. The evacuation was carried out with difficulties as volunteers had to load cages onto the boats before crossing a 4 meter-deep marsh to carry the animals out.
All of the evacuated animals will be kept at Phetchaburi Provincial Livestock Office. The evacuation is expected to be finished before dark to prevent the volunteers from dangerous traveling since the route is uncomfortable and the water is increasing continuously. Moreover, the dogs are very tired since they have not been fed since morning to prevent them from throwing up during the relocation.
The Foundation for Handicapped Animals under Luang Ta Maha Bua's patronage has been established for 30 years. Mrs Pimkul Olansiraroj is the president. Most of the dogs and cats at the foundation are either abandoned by their owners or handicapped without the ability to help themselves. Those interested in donating money or food can visit the foundation or the Phetchaburi Provincial Livestock Office.
NAKHON PATHOM, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Evacuation centers provided for the disabled
Evacuation centers provided for the disabled
Mr Sumet Ponkacha, Coordinator of the Flood Relief Center for People with Disabilities and Their Families under the auspices of the Redemptorist Foundation for People with Disabilities said that the center will help take flood-affected handicapped people out of the inundated zones of Bangkok to evacuation centers in other provinces.
According to Mr Sumet, while some government and private units have offered to take care of disabled elderly people and their families in Pattaya, Chon Buri, his center is compiling the information in order to find suitable means to assist the disabled evacuees.
After the flood situation in Bangkok has become uncontrollable, the Redemptorist Foundation for People with Disabilities sets up the coordination center to provide suitable shelters for every type of disabled people and their families. Its branch in central Pattaya has a capacity of accommodating around 300 evacuees. Disabled people who are in need of help can call 08-6843-1205.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
Mr Sumet Ponkacha, Coordinator of the Flood Relief Center for People with Disabilities and Their Families under the auspices of the Redemptorist Foundation for People with Disabilities said that the center will help take flood-affected handicapped people out of the inundated zones of Bangkok to evacuation centers in other provinces.
According to Mr Sumet, while some government and private units have offered to take care of disabled elderly people and their families in Pattaya, Chon Buri, his center is compiling the information in order to find suitable means to assist the disabled evacuees.
After the flood situation in Bangkok has become uncontrollable, the Redemptorist Foundation for People with Disabilities sets up the coordination center to provide suitable shelters for every type of disabled people and their families. Its branch in central Pattaya has a capacity of accommodating around 300 evacuees. Disabled people who are in need of help can call 08-6843-1205.
BANGKOK, 31 October 2011 (NNT) – Reporter : Boonyanut Chompan
News Date : 31 October 2011
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