Rare rainy-season hail hits parts of Bangkok

Today 09:20 Key points summarised by AI

Rare hail unexpectedly struck parts of Bangkok during the rainy season, a phenomenon typically associated with summer storms.
The hail formed within massive cumulonimbus clouds, driven by a combination of strong southwest monsoon winds and high temperatures.
Meteorologists cautioned against consuming the fallen hail due to potential contamination from airborne pollutants trapped during its formation.
Bangkok is expected to experience continued light-to-moderate afternoon showers through October 4th, with quick-passing precipitation.

One dead, two injured as car ploughs into Guanyin Shrine in Yaowarat

Today 14:16 Key points summarised by AI

An elderly driver, 78-year-old Chairoj, blacked out due to high blood pressure and confusion, causing his car to crash into the Guanyin Shrine in Yaowarat during prayer.
The accident resulted in one fatality, 60-year-old Wipa, who was pinned under the car, and two other worshippers sustained minor injuries; police are preparing reckless driving charges against the driver.