Three provinces still affected by flood from "Son-tinh"

13 Sept 07:36 Key points summarised by AI

Tropical storm "Son-tinh" initially caused flash floods and landslides across 11 provinces, impacting nearly 2,000 households and over 5,700 people between July 17-21.
While the situation has eased in eight provinces, Kanchanaburi, Phichit, and Nakhon Sawan continue to experience significant flooding, affecting hundreds of households and damaging farmland.

Suchart vows to close toxic waste plants in Prachin Buri

Today 13:42 Key points summarised by AI

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin launched a full-scale crackdown on toxic waste processing plants in Prachin Buri, promising severe legal action and asset seizures.
The urgent action stems from a recent incident in Sri Maha Phot district where a factory's embankment collapsed, releasing hazardous chemical runoff and endangering local residents.
The government, led by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, is considering permanent permit revocations for repeat offenders and rejecting any personal appeals from factory owners seeking leniency.
The Ministry is collaborating with the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to investigate land encroachment and confiscate assets from offending networks.