Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief
Thailand records new highs for COVID-19 infections, deaths on Thursday
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Thailand records new highs for COVID-19 infections, deaths on Thursday
23 Sept 06:53Key points summarised by AI
Thailand reported a record 72,478 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, including both RT-PCR and rapid antigen tests, along with 74 daily deaths, marking this year's highest toll.
Health officials predict daily infections could reach 100,000 before stabilizing, with 1,238 patients currently suffering from lung infections and 420 requiring ventilators.
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.