BMA says 96.3% of 500,000 krathongs collected this year are biodegradable

14 Sept 02:24 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok's Loy Krathong celebration saw 96.3% of the 502,024 collected krathongs made from biodegradable materials, indicating a significant reduction in Styrofoam use.
This shift towards eco-friendly krathongs highlights increased environmental awareness among celebrants, with biodegradable items converted into organic fertilizer and Styrofoam sent to landfills.

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.