AI In-brief 28 Sept 11:25

PM visits flooded Klong Chan estate, hears residents’ calls for pumps

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the heavily flooded Klong Chan housing estate, distributing relief supplies and offering support to volunteers.
Residents, facing 1.5-meter deep floodwaters, urgently requested more water pumps to drain the area, restore tap water, and allow them to leave the estate.

AI In-brief Today 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.