Month: September 2025

King Appoints Narong Klanwarin as New Election Commissioner

Bangkok: His Majesty the King has appointed Narong Klanwarin as an Election Commissioner, following the resignation of Pakorn Mahannop from the role. According to Thai News Agency, the appointment was made after Pakorn Mahannop resigned due to reaching the age of 70, creating a vacancy in the Election Commission. The

Dams and Rivers Prepped for Monsoon Rains with Accelerated Water Drainage

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) has announced plans to accelerate water drainage from dams and rivers in preparation for the impending monsoon trough expected from September 4th to 11th. This strategic move aims to mitigate potential flooding as the monsoon trough is predicted to bring significant rainfall to the

Pasak Dam Increases Water Discharge to Handle Projected Inflows

Lop buri: The Royal Irrigation Department has announced a significant increase in water discharge from the Pasak Jolasid Dam, anticipating an influx of 1.4 billion cubic meters of water by the end of the rainy season. This strategic move will lead to a gradual rise in water levels in the

‘Prasert River Basin’ Chosen for Water Resource Ownership Study

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) is collaborating with Germany, Australia, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to investigate water resource ownership patterns. This initiative focuses on the Prasae and Pa Sak river basins, which play an essential role in supporting agriculture, industry, and commerce. The project aims to

Thailand Passes US MMPA Standards, Paving the Way for Barrier-Free Aquatic Animal Exports

Bangkok: Good news for the Thai fisheries sector: The US government, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has officially announced its certification of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) standards, indicating that all fishing gear has passed the standard, allowing all aquatic products to be exported. According to

Flooding Recedes in Lom Sak District, Phitsanulok Faces Road Erosion

Lom sak: Flooding in commercial areas of Lom Sak Municipality in Phetchabun Province has continued to recede, allowing for improved travel conditions. According to Thai News Agency, the water level that had inundated homes and shops has decreased significantly from nearly a meter high to 20-30 centimeters, particularly at the

Rescue Teams Save One-Month-Old Baby from Rising Floodwaters in Loei Province

Bangkok: Rescuers from Sawang Khiri Tham in Loei Province successfully rescued a one-month-old baby and a five-year-old child who were trapped in a house in the Talat Muang Mai (Ban Lang) community. Residents and their families called for help late last night as the Loei River overflowed, flooding low-lying areas