Train service disruption in Nakhon Si Thammarat, airport remains open

15 Sept 09:43 Key points summarised by AI

Heavy flooding in Nakhon Si Thammarat has severely disrupted State Railway of Thailand (SRT) services, leading to suspensions and route changes for five south-bound trains.
Affected train passengers are eligible for refunds if they choose to cancel their trips.
Nakhon Si Thammarat airport remains operational, though road access is challenging due to flooding, requiring passengers to use military shuttle trucks from a designated service station.
Multiple provincial roads are closed due to landslides and bridge damage, with the Prime Minister scheduled to visit and assess the flood situation.

Flood situation improving nationwide, says PM

Yesterday 15:08 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced a nationwide improvement in the flood situation, with accelerated drainage efforts in provinces like Prachin Buri and Chachoengsao, although parts of Bangkok remain heavily flooded.
The government is actively working to speed up the drainage process, despite initial estimates suggesting it could take a month for floodwaters to fully recede in some areas such as Prachin Buri's Ban Sang district.
The Royal Irrigation Department is managing water levels by gradually reducing the discharge rate from Chao Phraya Dam and limiting releases from the over-capacity Pasak Jolasid Reservoir to ease pressure on downstream communities.
Despite the current improvements, the Meteorological Department forecasts further rain and isolated heavy downpours in Thailand's Northeast, East, and South regions from today through Monday.