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Royal relief supplies prepared for Bangkok flood victims

Today 11:38Key points summarised by AI

Their Majesties the King and Queen ordered the Rajaprachanukroh Foundation to prepare 1,800 relief sets for flood victims in three Bangkok shelters, demonstrating royal concern and instructing authorities to assist.
Pathum Thani declared 90 communities as public disaster zones, while the Meteorological Department warned of isolated heavy rain in the Central Plains and advised residents near waterways to brace for flash floods.
The Royal Irrigation Department is closely monitoring the Chao Phraya River basin and dam levels, considering increasing discharge from the Chao Phraya Dam and maintaining Pasak reservoir levels to mitigate downstream impact.
Fourteen water pumps have been installed at Rangsit Canal to manage water depth, with officials noting the current flood situation is less severe than in 2011.

Today 11:12Key points summarised by AI

Multiple airlines, including Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, and Thai Airways, are offering passengers free flight changes or travel credits in response to severe flooding in Bangkok.
Specific policies vary by airline, generally covering flights to/from Bangkok between September 26-29, allowing changes within a set period or retaining ticket value for future travel.
Authorities and airlines advise travelers to allow ample time for airport commutes, verify flight status directly with their airline, and monitor traffic conditions due to severe road flooding.
While both Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports remain operational, access roads are heavily affected, causing significant delays and some service disruptions, such as baggage handling issues at Suvarnabhumi.