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Khlong Ra-ok Reservoir is not collapsing. Only soil erosion was found near the spillway.
Thai PBS Verify checked the TikTok clip warning of a potential burst at the Khlong Ra-ok (Khao Chuk) Reservoir and found it to be inaccurate. The main earthen dam is strong and intact; only the right spillway has suffered erosion damage. The Royal Irrigation Department is actively draining water and fixing the issue, and locals in risk-prone areas are advised to keep a close eye on updates.
Sep 28, 2026
Fake Image: Pictures of dogs and cats riding on a flooded Bangkok bus roof—falsely claimed as real rescue efforts—are actually ‘AI slop’
A social media post depicting dogs and cats stranded on a bus roof during Bangkok flooding—falsely framed as an actual rescue operation—has been found to exhibit signs of artificial intelligence generation. Multiple discrepancies inconsistent with authentic buses were identified, confirming that the image constitutes 'AI slop' designed to generate engagement.
Aug 29, 2026