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Chiang Rai’s Mae Sai district hit by flash flood today

13 Sept 06:48 Key points summarised by AI

Mae Sai district in Chiang Rai experienced another flash flood, just six months after recovering from its worst flooding in three decades.
The Sai River, swollen by heavy rainfall in Myanmar's Shan state, poured through gaps in incomplete embankments, inundating the Sai Lom Joy market, Koh Sai, and Mai Loong Khon communities.
District chief Sarayuth Komboon confirmed the river did not break its banks, but water rushed through incomplete flood walls, with expectations for a quick recession.
Floodwaters receded by afternoon, prompting immediate clean-up efforts by villagers with assistance from soldiers to remove mud from roads.
This incident follows severe flooding last year that submerged the district for weeks, causing extensive damage estimated at over 100 million baht and requiring a month-long clean-up.

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.