Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Kanchanaburi jolted by 4.9 magnitude quake Sunday night
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Kanchanaburi jolted by 4.9 magnitude quake Sunday night
14 Sept 08:40Key points summarised by AI
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Kanchanaburi province on Sunday night, with its epicenter in Si Sawat district, causing tremors felt across several areas.
Despite the jolt, no casualties or damages were reported, and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand confirmed that major dams like Srinakharin and Vajiralongkorn were unaffected, advising residents to remain calm.
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Yesterday 14:04Key points summarised by AI
The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.