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Channels of kindness for flood victims
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 16/09/2024
» Villagers in Chiang Rai are experiencing flooding that has so far affected over 9,000 families. Many people, particularly in Mae Sai district, are stranded in their homes awaiting help from rescue officers. Meanwhile, floods and landslides are also wreaking havoc in other northern provinces, not to mention the neighbouring countries of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam. In Chiang Mai, several people have been injured or are missing while many areas in Nan are also currently under water. The floods in Nan are reportedly the worst in 100 years. Several organisations — public, private and foundations — have joined forces to provide relief for flood-affected victims in all areas. To help out, Life has compiled a list of places where people can donate necessities or provide financial aid.
Bangkok governor gets his pumps; flooding widens
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 07/11/2011
» Relations between the BMA and the national government have improved after the governor's requests for more pumps and better drainage were granted. Meanwhile, the flood situation has worsened.
New idea for ridding city of floodwater
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 28/10/2011
» Froc explores a new idea for draining flood water as evacuation centres are prepared in nearby provinces. (Note: Most of Bangkok remains dry)
Situation critical (updated)
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 27/10/2011
» Waters from the north have arrived in Bangkok, causing widespread flooding and renewed calls for evacuation of hardest-hit areas.
Historic prison reopens
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 16/09/2011
» Maj Gen Sanan Kachornprasart was once a “guest” there and so was Maj Gen Chamlong Srimuang and Veerakarn Musikhapong. The Special Branch Police [SBP] prison has had many famous inmates imprisoned for political or national security crimes.
Worse first, better later
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 04/01/2011
» Bangkok commuters will suffer through three years of major public transport construction projects, but then the city will be a "better place".
Fashion city Bangkok
Jon Fernquest, Published on 24/12/2010
» Perhaps the most dynamic and cosmopolitan city in Asia, proper planning could put Bangkok on the fast track for becoming Asia's fashion center.