Record 451 blacktip reef sharks spotted in Maya Bay
Royal relief supplies prepared for Bangkok flood victims
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AI In-brief27 Sept 11:38
Royal relief supplies prepared for Bangkok flood victims
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.
AI In-briefToday 09:14
Record 451 blacktip reef sharks spotted in Maya Bay
A record 451 blacktip reef sharks were counted in Maya Bay, marking the highest population since monitoring began in 2023 and signaling a strong ecological recovery following strict tourism controls.
Intensive surveys, utilizing aerial drones and baited remote underwater video systems, confirmed the thriving shark population, with activity peaking at dawn and adults exhibiting potential mating behavior.
The presence of numerous juvenile and newborn sharks in shallow waters solidifies Maya Bay's crucial role as a vital nursery, supported by optimal water quality conditions.
This comprehensive data will guide long-term policymaking to balance biodiversity conservation with sustainable ecotourism in the world-famous bay.