High tides this week threaten tap water quality in Bangkok and suburbs

16 Sept 11:24 Key points summarised by AI

High tides, forecast from January 8th-15th, risk increasing tap water salinity in Bangkok and its suburbs due to seawater intrusion into the Chao Phraya River.
To counteract the intrusion, water from the Bhumibol and Sirikit reservoirs is being released into the Chao Phraya via a network of smaller waterways.
Despite the forecast, current tap water production remains unaffected, with salinity at the Samlae pumping station measured at 0.3 grams/litre, below the 0.50 gram/litre benchmark.
The region has experienced previous high salinity events, with the highest recorded peak at Samlae reaching 2.19 grams/litre on December 28th, 2019.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.