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BANGKOK (NNT) - The Bangkok city hall is encouraging offices to allow their workers to work from home this week to avoid the risk of flooding and traffic congestion due to heavy rainfall. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) today provided an update on its efforts to mitigate flooding, as many parts of the city were heavily inundated. The city is now asking offices to allow their employees to work from home throughout the remainder of the week or let their workers leave the office earlier than usual. Deputy Governor of Bangkok Tavida Kamolvej said more sandbags and makeshift levees have been placed in several locations to help mitigate the situation, while transportation will be provided to help commuters get home safely. The BMA is now working with the military to provide shuttle vehicles in flood-risk areas such as Don Muang, Lak Si, and Bang Khen. The city is to provide these services as frequently as possible. The BMA is also working with technical colleges to provide maintenance services for flood-damaged cars. Governor of Bangkok Chadchart Sittipunt has been coordinating with Pathum Thani Province and the Royal Irrigation Department to divert and drain water from the north as quickly as possible, to prevent flooding in the capital city. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221005091551948 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Flood Concern in Northeast due to Overflowing Reservoirs BANGKOK, Oct 5 (TNA) – Flooding remained critical in many provinces of the Northeast because water exceeded the capacities of many reservoirs in the region. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273807-flood-concern-in-northeast-due-to-overflowing-reservoirs/

BANGKOK, Oct 5 (TNA) – Flooding remained critical in many provinces of the Northeast because water exceeded the capacities of many reservoirs in the region. In Nakhon Ratchasima province, the reservoir of the Lam Takhong dam in Si Khiu district held 324 million cubic meters of water, equivalent to 103% of its capacity of 314 million cubic meters. The biggest reservoir of the province was discharging 400,000 cubic meters of water a day. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1032101 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

PM meets flood-hit villagers in Ubon Ratchathani BANGKOK (NNT) - Related agencies are working hard to mitigate flooding in Ubon Ratchathani province. The province was visited by Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha today, as he called for timely compensation for affected people. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273806-pm-meets-flood-hit-villagers-in-ubon-ratchathani/

BANGKOK (NNT) - Related agencies are working hard to mitigate flooding in Ubon Ratchathani province. The province was visited by Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha today, as he called for timely compensation for affected people. The Prime Minister received a briefing on the latest flood situation in the northeastern region and expressed support for all units working to alleviate people’s hardships. Gen Prayut said he intended to meet affected people and gather their input on the issues that need to be addressed. He traveled to evacuation shelters and met up with villagers at Wat Warinthraram Community in Warin Chamrap district. Gen Prayut also made a video call to connect with other affected communities as he was able to convey the government’s intentions to stand by their side during these hard times. The Prime Minister explained that the current flooding is a result of excessive rainfall that exceeds the holding capacity of nearby reservoirs. He reassured the locals that related agencies are working to rectify the situation including flood drainage and post-flood rehabilitation plans. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221005085955935 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Thailand to enter winter season at the end of October Thailand will enter the winter season at the end of October, the Thai Meteorological Department reported on Wednesday morning, October 5th. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273805-thailand-to-enter-winter-season-at-the-end-of-october/

Thailand will enter the winter season at the end of October, the Thai Meteorological Department reported on Wednesday morning, October 5th. Chomparee Chompurat, Director-General of the Meteorological Department, revealed to the Associated Press that the cold season is expected to start at the beginning of the fourth week of October, which is a week later than usual, and will finish around the end of February 2023. The Director-General stated: “The average minimum temperature in upper Thailand is expected to be about 21 degrees Celsius, or 0.5 degrees Celsius higher above average, but it will be colder than last year. In Bangkok, the lowest temperature is about 17-18 degrees Celsius and will be very cold from December – January 2023. In the mountain areas, the average minimum temperature is about 8-15.9 degrees Celsius.” Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/05/thailand-to-enter-winter-season-at-the-end-of-october-thai-meteorological-department-reports/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

NBTC Asks Nationwide Radio Stations to Help Communicate Disaster Warnings BANGKOK, Oct 5 (TNA) – The Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission asked radio stations nationwide to disseminate disaster reports from the government for the sake of public safety amid heavy downpours and flooding in regions. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273804-nbtc-asks-nationwide-radio-stations-to-help-communicate-disaster-warnings/

BANGKOK, Oct 5 (TNA) – The Office of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission asked radio stations nationwide to disseminate disaster reports from the government for the sake of public safety amid heavy downpours and flooding in regions. Sombat Leelapata, acting secretary-general of the NBTC, said the Office of the NBTC sent the request to radio stations nationwide because their contribution would let people be informed of possible disasters soon enough for their safety. Heavy rains continued in many areas in the county and people needed to be informed swiftly of possible flash floods, run-offs and high waves, he said. Full Story: https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1032199 -- © Copyright Thai News Agency 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

MFA readies venues for APEC Economic Leaders’ Week BANGKOK (NNT) - The APEC Economic Leaders’ Week (A-E-L-W) is set to take place next month. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has expressed the preparedness of event venues, while stressing on Thailand’s roles to help alleviate tension between economies. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273803-mfa-readies-venues-for-apec-economic-leaders’-week/

BANGKOK (NNT) - The APEC Economic Leaders’ Week (A-E-L-W) is set to take place next month. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has expressed the preparedness of event venues, while stressing on Thailand’s roles to help alleviate tension between economies. The MFA recently led members of the press to visit the newly renovated Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, where the convention halls, press rooms, and other facilities are now ready to host this important regional meeting. Tanee Sangrat, MFA Spokesman, said the AELW will provide an opportunity to express the potentials of Thailand, from tourism, innovations, technology, and soft powers. He said this event will provide a chance for Thailand to express its roles before the participating world leaders in areas such as trade and investment, preparations for the Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area, and safe travels post-pandemic. The topic of the environment will be the main focus on this year’s APEC Economic Leaders Meeting during the AELW. Thailand is aimed to promote its Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economic model among APEC members, in order to improve sustainability in business operations, trade and investment, as well as sustainable livelihood in households, communities, and the society. This event will provide a platform for world leaders to discuss global challenges, including conflicts between superpowers. The MFA spokesman said Thailand can play its role as a mediator between countries, due to its friendly relations with all. Some leaders of the APEC economies have already confirmed their participation at the leaders’ week, including Singapore, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, while some countries are in the process of preparing the security measures for their leaders. The MFA spokesman said the Chinese President Xi Jinping could be participating unless he is occupied with other duties, while the ministry is still waiting for official confirmation from several other countries. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG221005094406965 -- © Copyright NNT 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

PM Prayut chairs first Cabinet meeting after temporary suspension ends Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha chaired his first Cabinet meeting today (Wednesday) at Government House after being absent since the Constitutional Court suspended him from active duty pending a ruling on his 8-year term in the office. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273802-pm-prayut-chairs-first-cabinet-meeting-after-temporary-suspension-ends/

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha chaired his first Cabinet meeting today (Wednesday) at Government House after being absent since the Constitutional Court suspended him from active duty pending a ruling on his 8-year term in the office. Last Friday, the Constitutional Court ruled by 6-3 that the prime minister’s term has not expired, as it should be calculated from the promulgation of the Constitution B.E. 2560 on April 6th, 2017. During his suspension, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan served as acting prime minister and chaired cabinet meetings. He did not, however, attend the meeting today due to illness. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/pm-prayut-chairs-first-cabinet-meeting-after-temporary-suspension-ends/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Anti-cybercrime team seizes 38 SIM boxes and arrests 2 suspects Police from Thailand’s Cybercrime Investigation Bureau arrested two men, believed to be members of a call centre scam gang, and seized 38 SIM boxes (SIM-Banks) in raids on 11 apartments in the southern province of Chumphon yesterday (Tuesday). Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273801-anti-cybercrime-team-seizes-38-sim-boxes-and-arrests-2-suspects/

Police from Thailand’s Cybercrime Investigation Bureau arrested two men, believed to be members of a call centre scam gang, and seized 38 SIM boxes (SIM-Banks) in raids on 11 apartments in the southern province of Chumphon yesterday (Tuesday). Cybercrime Investigation Bureau Commissioner, Pol Lt-Gen Worawat Watnakhonbancha, said that each SIM box can handle 32 SIM cards at the same time and the 38 SIM boxes seized can handle up to 600,000 telephone calls a day. The SIM boxes are believed to be have been smuggled into the country from Cambodia, via a border crossing in Aranyaprathet district of Sa Kaeo province. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/anti-cybercrime-team-seizes-38-sim-boxes-and-arrests-2-suspects/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Big clean-up begins Wednesday in Chiang Mai as floodwaters recede Chiang Mai’s municipal workers launched a big clean-up of roads in the commercial area today (Wednesday), including the Chang Khlan Road and the Night Bazaar as the level in the Ping River gradually falls. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273800-big-clean-up-begins-wednesday-in-chiang-mai-as-floodwaters-recede/

Chiang Mai’s municipal workers launched a big clean-up of roads in the commercial area today (Wednesday), including the Chang Khlan Road and the Night Bazaar as the level in the Ping River gradually falls. The municipal administration has dispatched ten teams to clean up roads and 15 communities in the municipal area. Shopkeepers and their employees in the area are also clearing their premises of mud, hoping to reopen for businesses as usual tomorrow. Full Story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/big-clean-up-begins-wednesday-in-chiang-mai-as-floodwaters-recede/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2022-10-05 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Female motorcyclist crushed to death in alleged hit and run in Sri Racha PHOTO: ประชาชาตินิวส์ ทีวี ภูมิภาค A 32-year-old woman was crushed to death after her motorbike collided with a truck that reportedly fled after an incident in Sri Racha. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273720-female-motorcyclist-crushed-to-death-in-alleged-hit-and-run-in-sri-racha/

PHOTO: ประชาชาตินิวส์ ทีวี ภูมิภาค A 32-year-old woman was crushed to death after her motorbike collided with a truck that reportedly fled after an incident in Sri Racha. At 8 PM on October 3rd, Sri Racha rescue services rushed to assist a Thai woman who suffered serious head injuries after her red Honda Scoopy I motorbike was crashed by a six-wheeled truck on the Map Iang-Laem Chabang road in the Nong Kham subdistrict of Sri Racha, Chonburi. The woman was in a factory worker’s uniform, identified as Saithan Hongthong, 32. She was found on the road with a crumpled helmet and a pool of blood. An unnamed eyewitness said he saw a truck crashing into a woman and then speeding away. Unfortunately, the eyewitness did not see the license plate. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/04/female-motorcyclist-crushed-to-death-in-alleged-hit-and-run-in-sri-racha/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-04 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Pattaya police continue strict patrols on the beach Stringent patrols by Pattaya police were carried out yesterday, October 3rd, to prevent people from drinking alcohol on Pattaya Beach, carrying weapons, and engaging in alleged prostitution, which the officers said would keep people safe. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273715-pattaya-police-continue-strict-patrols-on-the-beach/

Stringent patrols by Pattaya police were carried out yesterday, October 3rd, to prevent people from drinking alcohol on Pattaya Beach, carrying weapons, and engaging in alleged prostitution, which the officers said would keep people safe. A combined team of police officers, volunteers, and immigration officers were deployed on Pattaya Beach at 9 PM by the police chief of the Pattaya police station, Pol. Col. Kunlachart Kunlachai, to preserve peace and keep beachgoers both domestic and foreign alike safe, following many recent harmful activities over the past week. Pol. Col. Kunlachart had recently returned to his office and immediately got back to work after being demoted to an inactive post. The team scattered around the beach and randomly checked on suspicious individuals who lingered under the trees to prevent alleged prostitution. The officers also targeted groups of teenagers who might have been carrying weapons, illegal drugs, or drinking alcohol. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/04/pattaya-police-continue-strict-patrols-to-ban-beach-drinking-carrying-weapons-and-prostitution/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-04 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Pattaya announces current regulations for pet owners Pattaya recently announced regulations for pet owners to prevent disease transmission between stray animals and domestic pets due to the rising stray animal population. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273714-pattaya-announces-current-regulations-for-pet-owners/

Pattaya recently announced regulations for pet owners to prevent disease transmission between stray animals and domestic pets due to the rising stray animal population. The regulations are in accordance with the 2019 Dogs and Cats Raising or Releasing Ordinance, which states: The raising and releasing of dogs and cats are prohibited in every public area and on North Pattaya Road from Sukhumvit Road to the Dolphin roundabout (This doesn’t mean you can’t have a dog in or cat in this area but means you can’t release them here or have them in public). Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/04/pattaya-announces-current-regulations-for-pet-owners/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-04 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!

Major General Archayon Kraithong officially appointed as new Royal Thai Police spokesperson Police Major General Archayon Kraithong was officially appointed as the new spokesperson of the Royal Thai Police on Tuesday, October 4th, to be responsible for six main missions. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1273713-major-general-archayon-kraithong-officially-appointed-as-new-royal-thai-police-spokesperson/

Police Major General Archayon Kraithong was officially appointed as the new spokesperson of the Royal Thai Police on Tuesday, October 4th, to be responsible for six main missions. The newly-appointed spokesperson will be mainly responsible for publicizing, disseminating, and announcing the overall performance of official duties of the National Police accurately, fast, and timely. According to the announcement, the main missions of the spokesperson are as follows: Public relations, including information dissemination and press releases, to inform and create the understanding regarding the performance of the Royal Thai Police official duties in all channels, especially on social media, under the strict compliance of relevant laws, regulations, and orders. Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/10/04/major-general-archayon-kraithong-officially-appointed-as-new-royal-thai-police-spokesperson/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-10-04 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more!