The army has done a good job of instilling alot of fear in the public with mixed messages that change nearly every day. So, people are panicked. The system is likely overloaded. Remain calm. All of this is going to work out. Somehow. 

1 minute ago, KhunBENQ said:

The PEA app, 10:59

An article in Thai confirmed the crash because of some refund action.
Seems millions now rush to get their refund. Brilliant timing.

 

And so only on Bangkok Bank ….., not very high Tec for that bank  

21 minutes ago, Mapguy said:

Cash hoarding by panicky people is common in such situations. It is foolish.

have you ever been in a huge earthquake or hurricane like I have when there are no services? 

Food followed by cash is number one in your "Go Bag."

 

Anything can happen in the next 30 days with the zero thought Thai government shutting everything down.

 

Just  20 minutes ago I assisted  two old  ladies to extract cash  from an ATM up here in Isaan .Maybe  a localized issue.AS  for PEA there is some scramble on today to sign up for  some something that is  to do  with  an online app. Not a lot of social distancing  in the PEA office  I went to pay the bill.

ps.. it was a  Kasikorn ATM.

Edited March 25, 20206 yr by Dumbastheycome
clarification?

1 minute ago, NCC1701A said:

Anything can happen in the next 30 days with the zero thought Thai government shutting everything down.

And announcing state of emergency two days ahead.

And a government that is "highly trusted" by the people.

I am afraid to drive to town and see what is going on at MAKRO or Lotus.

30 minutes ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

 

What does "down" mean exactly?

 

The ATM screens are dark? Don't accept your PIN? Or just won't dispense any cash?

 

they gave a message saying there is a error at the point of dispensing cash.

all three.

33 minutes ago, Mapguy said:

Cash hoarding by panicky people is common in such situations. It is foolish.

So is not having money during a crisis...

16 minutes ago, NCC1701A said:

wrong Captain. this is my ship.

 

As a result of the pre-emptive announcement of tomorrow's State of Emergency yesterday, ATM's have probably had a run. They need restocking. Don't panic.

 

Historically, the Bangkok Bank app has frequent outages with the same message. Don't panic.

 

The PEA recently issued refunds which are belatedly being claimed ahead of the pending period of uncertainty. Don't panic.

 

PS: Don't panic.

 

...and don't forget to keep washing your hands!

4 minutes ago, NCC1701A said:

have you ever been in a huge earthquake or hurricane like I have when there are no services? 

Food followed by cash is number one in your "Go Bag."

 

Anything can happen in the next 30 days with the zero thought Thai government shutting everything down.

 

It is why when you see the beginning of a long tunnel with no light at the end, you start to slowly stock your shelves in your pantry, and load the freezer with whats needed.  Start making meals and then freeze these for later, and ensure you have the necessary items to take care of yourself and family.  I feel sorry for those that only look one day ahead, or do not have a safety net because of their circumstances to ensure they can ride out the storm....My girlfriend finally understands it after watching the news on TV and on her Facebook feed.  She now can understand why always having a security net means you can survive calmly instead of wildly running around and screaming that your hair is on fire.....

4 minutes ago, ThailandRyan said:

It is why when you see the beginning of a long tunnel with no light at the end, you start to slowly stock your shelves in your pantry, and load the freezer with whats needed.  Start making meals and then freeze these for later, and ensure you have the necessary items to take care of yourself and family.  I feel sorry for those that only look one day ahead, or do not have a safety net because of their circumstances to ensure they can ride out the storm....My girlfriend finally understands it after watching the news on TV and on her Facebook feed.  She now can understand why always having a security net means you can survive calmly instead of wildly running around and screaming that your hair is on fire.....

Can I borrow your girlfriend?

 

For educational purposes I mean.

1 minute ago, ThailandRyan said:

It is why when you see the beginning of a long tunnel with no light at the end, you start to slowly stock your shelves in your pantry, and load the freezer with whats needed.  Start making meals and then freeze these for later, and ensure you have the necessary items to take care of yourself and family.  I feel sorry for those that only look one day ahead, or do not have a safety net because of their circumstances to ensure they can ride out the storm....My girlfriend finally understands it after watching the news on TV and on her Facebook feed.  She now can understand why always having a security net means you can survive calmly instead of wildly running around and screaming that your hair is on fire.....

you are preaching to the choir brother. 

i told everyone a month ago to get ready.

I was called stupid on this forum for saying there could be a inter province shutdown.

 

"Everything Thailand OK. Sure."

Wife's just been to Bangkok Bank (Samui) and they have confirmed there is a problem with their internet system/ATM's...maybe back to normal tomorrow

Edited March 25, 20206 yr by Neilly

 

13 minutes ago, ThailandRyan said:

and load the freezer with whats needed.  Start making meals and then freeze these for later,

You're confident the electricity will stay on?

I'm buying shelf stable goods.

 

Rice, sugar, flour, cans, jars, oil, bottles.

Edited March 25, 20206 yr by BritManToo

Currently not able to do transfers on Kasikorn app

 

My wife got her company salary today, and just reported to me 2 mins ago that she was able to make a BKKB ATM w/d with her BKKB ATM card in BKK without any problems.

 

1 hour ago, Skallywag said:

Kasikorn Bank transfers working, Just transferred 10,000 baht to my son with my phone.

Called him to confirm, he got it

Now try and get him to return it ....  ????

 

Went to the bank and took out 25,000.

With no boom boom now, it should last more then the usual week. ????

1 hour ago, Tayaout said:

Can confirm. 

 

Just logged in with no problems.

1 minute ago, worrab said:

Just logged in with no problems.

Still doesn't work for me. It doesn't even get to the login page. 

These two ladies helped me at the ATM, no problems so far.????

 

Just a denial of service due to overload caused by panic and the closure of overcounter transactions. All transactions now should be online including foreigners wanting Thai Baht

Can login to Bangkok Bank account without problems.

1 hour ago, NCC1701A said:

i don't want to get more weird, but this may have something to do with the government and the state of emergency. maybe the single gateway is being tested or some other control device. or more likely some key bank personal are sick and not at work. Bank IT. and the ATM people who refill and service ATMs. They are traveling all over in their cash mobiles.     

You may well be right.

 

I am sure Internet censorship will increase under the state of emergency. They will decide how much info we will receive

Tried to get cash this morning (6am)... 3 different ATMS bangkok bank all the same, Friend here at work says same with his kasikorn.

This is just the digital equivalent of the CJ Supermarket Free 300 Baht grocery voucher issue from a year or so ago, only with PEA offering the refund and everyone panicking as they probably need it more urgently now.

 

I have it on good authority that BB will be up again soon as they have purchased a new 1200 Baud modem and are installing it as I type.

 

Stay calm and safe everyone.

27 minutes ago, BritManToo said:

 

You're confident the electricity will stay on?

I'm buying shelf stable goods.

 

Rice, sugar, flour, cans, jars, oil, bottles.

same here but i was not going to do the frozen thing but i give in and did frozen raw chicken. never had a plastic freezer box until now. or a microwave for ready made stuff.

 

i do have a big gas tank for my kitchen and a smaller "camper" style burner.

I just did a phone top up with my SCB application. No problems in Isaan so far/

And right now as I need to transfer to my TMB account (for ATM card) the BKB online isnt reachable. 'Hoardingbanking' at the moment?

 

23 minutes ago, vogie said:

These two ladies helped me at the ATM, no problems so far.????

 

And did they then help you out of your ............pants.......lol