Pathum Thani MP Accuses Government of Hiding Flood Warnings
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Pathum Thani MP accuses the government of having advance flood information but not informing the public because they fear panic, asking what the point of a government is if people must survive on their own during disasters. On September 30, 2026, MP Thanaphon Trakulphuchai of Pathum Thani Constituency 6, People's Party, debated in the House of Representatives about the government's delayed response, which has caused suffering for Pathum Thani residents and turned them into flood victims. He said that while he was speaking, residents of Bueng Yi Thot, Bueng Kamphrai, Lat Sawai, and other areas were experiencing flooding, with homes submerged. He noted that while he understands natural disasters, he cannot fathom why, with advance knowledge, authorities did not issue proper warnings or prepare contingency plans. He criticized officials for merely saying 'it's under control' while the public bears the cost. He added that the government wants to avoid panic, so they hide the disaster, but this false sense of order comes at the expense of loss and public suffering, urging them to stop. Many citizens wonder why have a government if they must fend for themselves during emergencies, as officials only act after the fact.
