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Bangkok, Minister Thammanat calls an urgent meeting. Urges the Royal Irrigation Department to help farmers. Relief from drought problems, emphasizing the use of "Phirunrat Center" in every province as a center for receiving complaints from farmers. The Meteorological Department predicted that The rainy season will start on the 4th week of May and there may be some rain. The Royal Irrigation Department plans water management in the rainy season. Ready to accept both low water and high water conditions. As for the salinity value at the Samlae raw water pumping point progressively better Captain Thammanat Phromphao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, held an urgent meeting at the Royal Irrigation Department to monitor the water situation throughout the country. with Mr. Chuchat Rakchit, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, reporting on the water management plan. Including drought relief in various areas. Captain Thammanat ordered the Royal Irrigation Department to proactively resolve the water situation due to extremely hot weather conditions throughout the dry season, affecting many areas where crops were about to be released. Not getting enough water Therefore, urgent assistance is given to farmers. By mobilizing machinery, tools, and personnel to solve farmers' problems with all their might. Until the situation returns to normal. In addition, use the "Phirunrat Agricultural Service Center" in every province as a center to receive reports of farmers' distress from drought. By emphasizing the signage clearly. When notified Let the relevant agencies solve the problem immediately. At the same time, he also emphasized irrigation projects throughout the country. Follow the weather conditions and closely monitor the water situation during the rainy season. To prevent damage from occurring as much as possible. Mr. Chuchat Rakjit, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, said that Dry season crops have been harvested 100% for the rainy season water management plan 2024, starting on 1 May and ending on 31 October 2024, both for preserving the ecosystem. Consumption, agriculture, and others throughout the country total 14,821 million cubic meters, only in the Chao Phraya River Basin. There is a plan to allocate approximately 4,949 million cubic meters of water, which the Royal Irrigation Department will send water to support the cultivation of annual rice in low-lying areas. So that farmers can start planting rice from May 1 and harvest their produce before the flood season arrives to reduce the impact of flooding on crops. The Meteorological Department predicts that Thailand enters the rainy season during the 4th week of May and from mid-June to mid-July. There may be a period of missed rain or little rain. This may cause water shortage problems in some areas. Especially areas outside the irrigation area Therefore, farmers are asked to use rainwater as the main basis for agriculture. By waiting for consistent rain before preparing the rice cultivation plots to help save on water use from the reservoir. Including reserving water during the rainy season. For the period August to October 2024, it is expected that the amount of rain will increase due to entering the La Niña condition. The Meteorological Department expects that There may be 1-2 tropical cyclones during the rainy season that will result in heavy to very heavy rain in many areas. Flash floods may occur. Flash flood Including water overflowing the banks. Therefore, he urged irrigation projects throughout the country to closely monitor and monitor the water situation. along with managing water in various reservoirs To be able to support the amount of rain that will fall. Drainage appropriate to the situation including regularly inspecting irrigation buildings Keep it in a ready-to-use condition at all times. In addition, check the drainage route. Remove water obstructions regularly. Ready to strictly follow the 10 measures to cope with the rain in 2024 as approved by the National Water Resources Committee (NHC). In order to be able t o cope with this upcoming rainy season. to its full potential Mr. Thanet Somboon, Director of the Office of Water Management and Hydrology, said that Currently, there is a large reservoir with a small usable water volume. Equal to or less than 30 percent in 16 places: Bhumibol Dam has 29 percent water, Sirikit has 19 percent water, Kiew Kho Ma has 28 percent water, Khwae Noi Bamrung Daen has 26 percent, Mae Mok Kok has 20 percent, and Pung water. has 27 percent, Chulabhorn has 13 percent, Ubonrat has 21 percent, Lam Takhong has 29 percent, Sirindhorn has 22 percent, Pa Sak Jolasit has 15 percent, and Krasiao has 15 percent. 7 Khun Dan Prakan Chon has 17 percent water, Khlong Si Yat has 3 percent water, Phra Phra has 29 percent water, and Pranburi has 20 percent water. Medium-sized reservoirs with low levels of water are Equal to or less than 30 percent, there are 108 places. The water situation in large and medium sized reservoirs across the country (information as of 3 May 2024) has a total water volume of 41,458 million cubic meters, accounting for 54 percent. The usable water volume is 17,516 million cubic meters. Representing 33 percent compared to 2023, which had 43,744 million cubic meters, this year less than 2,286 million cubic meters. As for the salinity situation around the Samlae raw water pumping station, Mueang District, Pathum Thani Province, which was affected by the high sea level during 25-30 April, causing it to exceed the standard at 0.50 grams per liter during some periods. This time is resolved in order. The Royal Irrigation Department increased water drainage from the Tha Chin River into the Chao Phraya River to dilute the salinity. At the same time, coordinate with the Metropolitan Waterworks Authority to reduce water pumping into the system during periods when the salinity value exceeds the standard criteria. As for the range that does not exceed the standard Increase the amount pumped into the system to dilute it so as not to cause a change in the taste of tap water that supplies the ar eas of Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan. This morning (May 4) at 6:00 a.m., the salinity value of raw water pumped from Samlae was 0.36 grams per liter, compared to the same period yesterday (May 3) which was 0.53 grams per liter, which decreased. However, during the day it may There were some periods when the standard value was exceeded by 0.50 grams per liter, but the period of exceedance was found to have decreased. From May 1, when the standard exceeded 12 hours per day, yesterday it was reduced to 4 hours per day. In addition, the amount of water released from the Chao Phraya Dam has been increased. To push out saltwater during the new high sea level on 10-11 May, and will also consider increasing water drainage from the Pasak Cholasit Dam. But the Pasak Cholasit Dam has a limited amount of water and therefore will increase water drainage only a little and for a short period of time. This is to prepare for the situation in advance according to the orders of the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperat ives. 512 Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, The family of 59-year-old "Uncle Kamthorn" performed a ceremony to summon spirits near MEA's electrical conduits near Soi Lat Phrao 49, along with revealing legal action against those involved. The family agreed that they would sue for compensation of 10 million baht from MEA. The younger brother of "Uncle Kamthorn", age 59, who fell 15 meters deep from MEA's electrical conduit near Soi Lat Phrao 49, died. It was revealed after receiving his brother's body. at the Forensic Institute police hospital that the doctor's autopsy results indicated that his brother died from drowning. coupled with a broken neck bone It is thought to have come from the impact. As for the matter of suing those involved From discussion with family members He concluded that he would sue for compensation for damages from the Metropolitan Electricity Authority in the amount of 10 million baht because he believed that there would still be negotiations. As for the older brother, the body will be taken for a religious ceremony at W at That Thong for 3 days and will be cremated on Monday. After taking the body out to travel to the temple A van stopped by the scene of the incident. To perform a ceremony to invite the spirits with municipal officials Wang Thonglang District Office Lead a speech to invite the spirits Relatives had poured chicken curry into a foam bowl and placed incense sticks in front of the pipe. Monks pray and pour water Before continuing on to Wat That Thong. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, MEA executives and employees attended the funeral pouring ceremony of "Mr. Kamthorn" who died from walking across the road and falling into an electrical conduit. in the middle of Lat Phrao Road, Soi Lat Phrao 49, ready to give 50,000 baht in cash to the deceased's younger brother. The MEA Governor revealed his deepest condolences, insisting that MEA will not abandon him. At Sala 16, Wat That Thong, at 5:00 p.m. on May 4, there was a funeral watering ceremony for Mr. Kamthorn Jaruanan, age 59, who died from crossing the road and falling into an electrical conduit. The incident occurred in the middle of Lat Phrao Road. In the area of ??Soi Lat Phrao 49, Saphan Song Subdistrict, Wang Thonglang District, Bangkok, late on May 3rd. The atmosphere of watering the corpse was one of sadness. Relatives and family of Jaruanan Come join us in mourning Mr. Kamthon with sadness. At the same time, a group of representatives from the Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA) also came to join in the funeral waterin g ceremony. After that, Mr. Kamthon's body was placed in a coffin. To wait for the funeral prayer at 6:30 p.m. At 5:28 p.m., Mr. Thitiwut Ngernklai, Deputy Governor of MEA, came to Mr. Kamthon's funeral. Said to express condolences to Mr. Kamphon deceased brother that I would like to express my condolences It was an accident that I didn't want to happen. We are currently investigating what caused this. We will take care of all responsibility. Yesterday he went to the scene of the crime. But there is no information on where the house is. They even planned to come and pay their respects to the body today. He wanted to come and understand by himself. I don't want to rush. What's the rush to have a conversation? Ready to offer to co-host the funeral today and inform that MEA has divided the care into 2 parts, first allocating 50,000 baht because it is an urgent need. And second, there is a committee to take care of the matter of compensation again. Confirm that you will definitely not abandon it. Then Mr. Thiti wut Ngernklai, Deputy Governor of MEA, gave an interview to the media that initially MEA brought 50,000 baht as expenses first. The other part considers what measures are available to provide relief. Now a committee has been set up to examine the facts. and prevent it from happening again. As for the compensation money of 10 million baht that the relatives demanded. He still doesn't know and must let the committee investigate the facts first. As for the 150 manhole covers that were stolen, MEA has urgently fixed them by buying cement sheets from a construction materials store to cover all the manhole covers. And now we have ordered the casting of concrete manhole cover slabs to replace them all. The construction of the source cover must include measures to prevent theft. That is, it's connected. As for the theft through MEA, a report has been filed at Phahon Yothin Police Station, Chok Chai Police Station, and Lat Phrao Police Station. There will be further follow-up to see whether or not the suspect has been arrested. In addition to the problem of theft of manhole covers There is also the illegal cutting of power lines along the Yellow Line route. It is a problem that MEA must cooperate with relevant agencies to find further preventive measures. Then at 5:30 p.m., Mr. Chatchat Sitthiphan, Governor of Bangkok Came to pay respects to the body of Mr. Kamthon. along with expressing condolences to relatives and promised to let the Wang Thonglang District go take care of Mr. Kamthon's sister who had to live alone. Mr. Chatchat later revealed that Bangkok had provided compensation money. Coming from people in Bangkok helping each other A problem of this size is not just about conduits. All projects constructed in Bangkok Requires verification and predicted in advance He emphasizes on taking care of it neatly. We must cooperate more intensively. The theft has increased and the cutting of electrical wires requires cooperation. including Bangkok, MEA, MRTA, Waterworks Authority, Expressway Authority, etc. in order to redu ce accidents. And there is a policy to install pedestrian crossings with lights for the elderly. To give pedestrians more rights than cars. Then at 5:50 p.m., Mr. Wilas Chalaysat, Governor of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority Come attend the funeral of Mr. Kamthon. Ready to give 50,000 baht in cash to Mr. Kamphon deceased brother Later, Mr. Vilas revealed that he would like to express his deepest condolences. The management team and MEA employees came to mourn. We are really sorry. The project aims to improve the quality of life of the city's people. But when something like this happens, it makes us feel sad. We confirm that MEA will not abandon us like the news came out this morning. As a result, today he must travel by himself. To confirm that we will take care of you and not abandon you in the case of this accident. The Governor of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority said that regarding the request for compensation in the amount of 10 million baht, it must be considered according to our existing regulations and the facts that have occurred. At this time, a committee has been appointed to examine what the facts are. If there are any results of the investigation, there will be further measures. As for the complaints that have been there since the end of April. He understands that the operation team probably already has information on people's complaints about missing manhole covers. The cement cover that was brought to close after the incident was not in stock at all. But it is a solution to an urgent problem. Tested by having people climb up and try to step on the lid. Prevent breakage As for the hiring company, what are the offense measures? We have to wait for all the facts to be verified. No predictions can be made regarding the missing manhole cover. In the past, there has already been a notification. along with ordering operators to be strict with contractors to supervise construction progress Safety in the Bangkok area must be more intense than before. Source: Thai News Agency

Pattani, Police, Muang Pattani Police Station military alliance Four drug suspects arrested along with 1.4 million methamphetamine tablets and 350 kilograms of ice seized. 11 items of property related to offenses, totaling more than 80 million baht, were seized. Police, Muang Pattani Police Station Join forces with Narcotics Control Board officials, the military, and the government. Four major drug offenders were arrested along with 1.4 million methamphetamine tablets, 350 bags of ice, total weight 350 kilograms, 3 cars used in the crime, 6 mobile phones, and 11 items of property related to the offense seized, worth more than 80 million baht. From the investigation, all 4 suspects confessed. Officers will collect evidence. Ready to expand the results to request court approval to issue additional arrest warrants and continue legal action. Source: Thai News Agency

Samut Sakhon, The minute a paper factory in Samut Sakhon Province collapsed after a severe fire broke out. Still can't control the fire. Expect to take 2-3 days. The factory operates in the production of corrugated boxes and complete paper packaging, located in Ban Ko Subdistrict, Mueang District, Samut Sakhon Province. The fire started on a pile of compressed paper that was bundled together waiting for recycling, which was stored in the building. One-story steel structure, area 10 rai from a total of 30 rai. Several officers deployed forces to spray water to extinguish the fire in all directions. Previously, the first backhoe that came to the site could not fight the flames. As for the long-necked backhoe of Samut Sakhon Provincial Administrative Organization Found an obstacle attached to the warehouse roof frame. Officials had to solve the problem by digging a well to draw water from another source to flow into the area closest to the scene of the incident. Then sucked water into more than 20 fire trucks and sprayed it, taking several hours. From only the first pile burned In the end, the fire spread and burned the entire pile of paper. Finally, the building weakened and collapsed. Second Lieutenant Praphan Tueksakul, District Chief of Samut Sakhon City The director led the troops to spray water to put out the fire today. He said that it took such a long time to control the fire because the area in the building was not where equipment could easily be brought in to extinguish it. So they could only spray water to prevent the fire from spreading to other buildings nearby. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, A 90-year-old man is concerned about 50 baht worth of gold missing from his home after notifying rescuers to come and collect his younger sister's body. They confirm there really is gold. Wondering where it has gone. Rescue workers confirmed that no one picked up or stole valuables from the house. Grandfather Kiat, 90 years old, revealed this while coming to Bang Khen Police Station looking for a lost ID card. After entering the missing person's diary last night (3 May), it was stated that the date of the incident was 30 Apr. His younger sister died in a house in the Watcharaphon area of ??Ramintra District, so he informed rescue workers who came to collect her younger sister's body. and help a fallen sister Can't help myself Send to the hospital Many rescue workers came. Before finding out that his own ID card and his sister's were missing. So the officials helped to find it. But after the rescue team returned, they found that the box under the sister's bed had been opened, containing at least 50 baht worth of gold necklaces, bracelets, and earrings worth more than 2 million baht, which were family inheritances. and three other MIDO gold watches disappeared. He did not want to incriminate anyone. Just wondering where all the 50 baht gold bars have gone? Mr. Ta Kiat revealed that the reason he wanted to get the gold back was because it was the last piece of property. and will sell these gold To bring money to treat my older sister who is in the ICU at a private hospital. Please tell the person who took the gold to bring it back. As for the case, a lost item was reported at the Bang Khen Police Station. He confirmed that he had not informed who had taken the gold. Just report that the item is lost. As for the rescue workers who went to look for ID cards inside Grandpa Kiat's house. Revealed to the media He confirmed that he had not touched his grandfather's valuables at all. That day after being informed by a neighbor There is a team going to the area to help. The deceased was found to be a 92-year-ol d woman dead in her bed. Worms began growing around the head. On the floor, they found another woman, age 85, lying sick in a pile of feces and urine, so they helped her to take her to the hospital. While clearing the area filled with feces and urine, a garbage bag was also found with 40,000 baht in it. Confirm that no one will pick up or steal valuables. As for the gold that disappeared, I'm not sure if my grandfather's age might have caused him to forget or if he had a memory from the past that there was gold in the metal box. But that day, the condition of the house that we entered was very messy. No one went to search for valuables. Deputy Superintendent of Bang Khen Police Station revealed that the matter is currently being investigated. Initially, the 90-year-old grandfather has already been interviewed. Grandfather confirmed that the gold had indeed disappeared and there would be an investigation into this matter. As for the claim that volunteer rescue workers took the gold After this, the rescue volu nteers will be called in for questioning. which has been coordinated by officials to bring evidence in the form of video clips taken at the scene of the crime as well. Source: Thai News Agency

Chiang Mai, Police at Long Khot Police Station, Chiang Mai Province, arrested a 14-year-old boy who was involved in transporting 6 million methamphetamine tablets. The driver was able to run away using the darkness. Tearfully confessing, he was given 20,000 baht to ride with him. Police at Long Khot Police Station, Chiang Mai Province, were notified that there was a drug trafficking ring preparing to smuggle drugs through Phrao District, Chiang Mai Province, so they immediately deployed their forces to set up a checkpoint to stop them, around 3:00 a.m. in the early hours of this morning (4 Nov. c.) Found a motorcycle of unknown brand and registration, with two teenagers wearing black riding through the checkpoint, looking left and right, before there was a multi-purpose 4-door car. Chiang Mai license plate, drove by, so the police signaled to stop. But the driver sped up and fled. The police then drove in pursuit. Finally, the suspect car lost control and crashed into an electric pole on the side of the road . Before the driver hurriedly opened the car door and took advantage of the darkness to run into the longan orchard. Leaving only Boy B (pseudonym) sitting next to the driver's seat. Inspecting the cabin, 28 sacks were found. When opened, all were found to be methamphetamine. Preliminary calculation: 5,600,000 tablets Boy B (pseudonym) testified through tears that Hired someone to transport them for 20,000 baht to ride with Mr. Tia. who was the driver of the car that fled Police believe that the gang wants to use children as a ploy to escape searches. So they detained Boy B (pseudonym) along with all the confiscated amphetamines. Go to the Narcotics Suppression Police Division 3 inside the Chiang Mai Provincial Government Center. To collect evidence and prepare to issue an arrest warrant for Mr. Tia. and extend the effect to the main culprits. All drugs are likely transported from the border. To stay in Chiang Mai city Then switch cars Transported into the inner area. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, Inspect the electrical conduit cover in the middle of Lat Phrao Road. Today, it was found that round manhole covers were placed in almost every place along the road after the incident where "Mr. Kamthorn" fell into the manhole and died. Road island area Entrance to Soi Lat Phrao 49 After the incident, "Mr. Kamthon" fell into a deep well and died at the Public Works Department, Bangkok. There is an urgent letter to the Governor of the Metropolitan Electricity Authority. Suspend construction of manholes and underground electrical conduits. Ready to inspect and close the pond cover within 3 days. Thai News Agency gives a clear comparison. At the scene of the incident The manhole cover before the incident was made of 10 millimeter thick plywood that was used to cover the manhole at the scene of the incident. The Electricity Authority explained that the manhole cover was originally metal. But there was a problem of more than 150 items being stolen, or almost all of the project. This caused the contracto r to temporarily use wood to cover the pipe instead. As for the incident yesterday (3 May), MEA sent a contractor to use concrete slabs to cover the manhole. After this, we will examine all the manhole covers that are made of wood and bring a concrete slab to cover them. Including installing signs to warn the public to be completed within this week. The news team went to explore the island in the middle of Lat Phrao Road in other locations. It was found that today almost every place has round manhole covers placed to cover the pipes along Lat Phrao Road. But it was still found that the manhole cover was not level with the floor. There is still a raised cement edge similar to the original plate that was closed. which is square There was only the area where the incident occurred where the manhole cover was made. Close the pipe level with the road surface. At the entrance of Soi Phawana or Lat Phrao 41, it was found that people used to cross the road at this point as well. It was found that most chose not to st ep on the manhole cover. Even though it was made strong and made into a cement slab. If people don't know or during the night, someone may trip over a manhole cover and cause an accident. Source: Thai News Agency