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Nan school area under watch after large landslide expands

Yesterday 11:26Key points summarised by AI

A significant landslide near Ban Doi Tiw School in Nan province has expanded to approximately 1.92 hectares, with satellite imagery confirming ongoing ground movement and new cracks in structures.
The area is under close watch due to its geological composition of silt and shale, classifying it as having moderate to very high landslide risk, particularly during heavy rainfall.
Authorities are prioritizing the safety of students, teachers, and residents, coordinating preventive measures as landslides, first observed between May and July 2025, continue to expand within the school grounds.

Today 18:20Key points summarised by AI

The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) will increase water discharge through the Chao Phraya Dam to alleviate pressure from heavy rainfall in upstream areas.
Discharge volume will rise from 1,800m3/s to potentially 2,000m3/s, as upstream water flow is expected to reach 2,100-2,200m3/s by Friday.
This increased discharge will elevate Chao Phraya River levels by 0.70-1.20 meters in low-lying, unprotected riverside areas of Ayutthaya and along the Noi River.
Authorities in Ayutthaya have been instructed to warn residents along the Chao Phraya River to prepare for potential flooding and continuously monitor the water situation.