The 21st dugong found dead in fish net in sea off Phang-nga province

14 Sept 03:43 Key points summarised by AI

A 21st dugong was found dead, trapped in a fishing net off Phang-nga province, marking a record high for fatalities of the endangered sea mammals in Thailand this year.
With 90% of dugong deaths attributed to human activities, primarily fishing equipment, experts advocate for cabinet approval and funding for the "Mariam Project" to protect these animals in 12 proposed zones.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.