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Irrigation Department draws lessons from previous floods to plan this year’s dam water management

13 Sept 11:02 Key points summarised by AI

The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is applying lessons from the 2016-17 floods to manage the Kaeng Krachan dam, aiming to protect Phetchaburi’s Muang district from inundation.
Water in the Kaeng Krachan dam is projected to spill over for the first time in 15 years due to massive rainfall from the southwestern monsoon and Son Tinh storm, with inflow currently exceeding drainage capacity.
RID officials have proactively strengthened embankments along the Phetchaburi river, reinforced irrigation structures, and installed additional pumps and water-pushing devices to accelerate water drainage to the sea.
Residents downstream of the Kaeng Krachan dam along the Phetchaburi river are advised to move belongings to higher ground and evacuate vulnerable family members to safer locations.

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.