Nan highway blocked by landslide

13 Sept 14:25 Key points summarised by AI

A massive landslide has blocked Highway 1081 in Nan province, isolating 11 villages and affecting approximately 5,000 people.
Authorities estimate a five-day effort to clear the 30,000 cubic meters of earth and open a temporary lane, advising a 100km detour for affected travelers.

Only nong Chok, Lat Krabang remain public disaster zones as floods recede

Today 12:58 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) lifted public disaster designations for six districts, leaving only Nong Chok and Lat Krabang still classified as flood-affected zones due to their low-lying nature.
Assistance and compensation for affected households will continue despite the lifted designations, while the Meteorological Department warns of new heavy to very heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flash floods across the South, lower North, Central Plains (including Bangkok), and East from today through Sunday.