Thai people should not panic, but be aware of other countries’ advice to stockpile necessities
CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
Big turnout at polling stations for advance voting in Thailand’s general election
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AI In-brief13 Sept 13:49
Big turnout at polling stations for advance voting in Thailand’s general election
Millions of Thai voters demonstrated strong enthusiasm by turning out in large numbers for advance voting in the general election, with many arriving early to avoid traffic and heat.
Polling stations across the country, particularly in Bangkok, implemented extensive logistical measures, including traffic management and increased staff, to accommodate the massive influx of voters.
High voter engagement was observed nationwide, including in Chiang Mai, while security was significantly tightened in the southern provinces of Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat as a precaution against potential insurgent activity.
AI In-briefYesterday 12:46
CAAT demands explanation from AOT over runway incident at Suvarnabhumi airport
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) demanded an explanation from Airports of Thailand (AOT) after a China Airlines flight got stuck on a Suvarnabhumi runway due to heavy rain and groundwater.
CAAT urged AOT to implement technology for structural integrity testing across runways and taxiways, advocating for proactive maintenance to prevent future incidents.
AOT acknowledged that Suvarnabhumi's 20-year-old runway, built on soft soil with high water content, is structurally affected by continuous aircraft weight and heavy rainfall.
AOT committed to targeted runway maintenance during off-peak hours (10 days, 8 pm-6 am) to avoid full closure, emphasizing increased inspections and risk assessments.