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Commerce monitors supplies and prices as floods hit several areas

Today 15:24Key points summarised by AI

The Internal Trade Department (ITD) actively monitors consumer goods supply and distribution across flood-hit areas to prevent shortages and address increased demand.
ITD coordinates extensively with major retailers, hypermarkets, convenience stores, and fresh/wholesale markets to ensure robust supply chain operations.
While most retail and wholesale systems remain operational, some convenience stores and markets in flood-affected regions face transportation difficulties, impacting access and capacity.
The department is closely tracking vegetable prices, noting increases for items like coriander and celery, while others such as cabbage and tomatoes have become cheaper.

Today 12:58Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok's rainfall has subsided, but major canals like Saen Saep and Lat Phrao maintain high water levels, necessitating flushing into the Chao Phraya River.
Governor Chadchart Sittipunt notes overall improvement, with water levels near the Chao Phraya receding and focused efforts on pumping water from key canals.
Lat Krabang district, a severely flooded area, requires urgent evacuation assistance for vulnerable residents, with rescuers, buses, and army trucks deployed.
Flood victims, particularly in the Rom Klao housing project, are in critical need of food and drinking water due to high water levels preventing their departure.