South threatened by heavy downpours as northeast cools down

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South threatened by heavy downpours as northeast cools down

Southern Thailand faces heavy to very heavy rainfall, risking flash floods and runoffs, as a new high-pressure system from China influences the region.
Northeast Thailand anticipates a 2-4°C temperature drop with strong winds, while rough seas in the southern Gulf of Thailand prompt caution for mariners.

Chinese-operated mines in Myanmar blamed for contamination of Sai River

AI In-brief Today 13:26

Chinese-operated mines in Myanmar blamed for contamination of Sai River

Chinese-operated mines in Myanmar's Tachileik province are causing severe contamination of the Sai River, disrupting tap water production in Thailand's Mae Sai district.
The river exhibits extreme turbidity (14,000 NTU) and dangerously high arsenic levels (0.25mg/l), significantly exceeding safety standards and overwhelming water treatment capabilities.

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