Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Excessive levels of PM2.5 dust detected in 28 areas of Bangkok on Monday
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Excessive levels of PM2.5 dust detected in 28 areas of Bangkok on Monday
28 Sept 11:03Key points summarised by AI
Twenty-eight areas of metropolitan Bangkok reported poor air quality with PM2.5 dust exceeding safety limits, primarily due to stagnant air and increased road traffic emissions.
Nong Khaem district recorded the highest PM2.5 level at 68 microns, with elevated concentrations found across northern, eastern, central, southern, and Thon Buri regions of Bangkok.
Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Today 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.