The deadly roads of Khao Lak

28 Sept 05:04 Key points summarised by AI

Khao Lak's roads are dangerously unsafe, experiencing numerous accidents and fatalities, primarily due to inadequate lighting on the new four-lane superhighway, especially at night and in high-traffic areas.
The inconsistent street lighting is attributed to construction design decisions based on population density, energy conservation efforts, and a budget reallocation where funds for lights were traded for additional U-turns requested by locals.
Despite Khao Lak's growth as a tourist destination and future government plans for major infrastructure, persistent issues like poor road safety, lack of traffic discipline, and speeding continue to undermine its potential and tragically impact both residents and foreign visitors.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Yesterday 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.