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Ping Riverbank Protection Structure Damaged, Not a Dam Collapse
Thai PBS Verify investigated a viral post claiming that a "stone riprap dam collapsed along the Ping River" in Khlong Khlung District, Kamphaeng Phet Province. The investigation revealed that the damage occurred to a riverbank erosion protection structure, not a water storage dam or a main river barrier. Meanwhile, water management agencies reported that northern runoff volumes tend to decrease, though rainfall during October 11–13, 2026, still requires close monitoring.
Oct 2, 2026
Fake News Fact-Checked: Owner of “Tee’ Lom Fah Ar-kat” Page Is Not Dr. Smith Dharmasaroja
Disinformation circulating online claims that the owner of the “Tee’ Lom Fah Ar-kat” Facebook page is Dr. Smith Dharmasaroja, former Director-General of the Thai Meteorological Department. Thai PBS Verify verified the information with the National Disaster Warning Council Foundation and directly contacted Dr. Smith's wife, both of whom confirmed that Dr. Smith is not the “Tee’ Lom Fah Ar-kat” page owner as claimed.
Sep 29, 2026
Clip of Car Driving Through Deep Floodwaters Submerged Near Roof Level Revealed to Be AI-Generated
A video clip of a car wading through floodwaters so high it was nearly submerged to the roof was shared over 4,600 times, prompting viewers to speculate on the vehicle's make and model, ultimately racking up more than 7.4 million views. Thai PBS Verify investigated and confirmed that the clip was generated by AI, while experts offered guidelines on safe flood driving alongside essential precautions every motorist should know.ควรรู้
Sep 29, 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
Verified : “Water Spring” Mystery in Chiang Mai, Caused by Rain
Watch the clip of the strange "water spring" phenomenon in Wiang Na, Chiang Mai province. Recently, it continues to gush up, heavily flooding the area for the second month, turning people's homes into a lake. Academics speculate the cause is from rainfall two months ago
Nov 15, 2024