Natural Resources Minister Visits Ladkrabang Flood Relief Site
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchat Chomglin revisited Ladkrabang to inspect flood relief operations and boost morale among workers and evacuees. His team delivered ice cream, honey oranges, animal feed, and other supplies under the 'One Natural Resources and Environment' initiative. The minister stressed ongoing assessment, rapid response, and comprehensive care for both livelihoods and emotional well‑being of those affected by the flooding.
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchat Chomglin, accompanied by senior officials, revisited the Ladkrabang flood assistance coordination centre to monitor the situation and progress of relief efforts. He checked the readiness of personnel, equipment, boats, field kitchens, and support systems. Beyond monitoring, the visit aimed to uplift the spirits of relief workers and evacuees staying in shelters amid ongoing flooding. The minister said that frequent field visits enable quick identification of problems and swift adjustment of relief plans to match real‑time conditions. He urged all agencies to work aggressively with local communities under the 'One Natural Resources and Environment' approach, ensuring food, drinking water, transportation, and care for vulnerable groups reach everyone, especially in hard‑to‑reach areas. He emphasized that, besides meeting basic needs, sustaining the morale of flood victims is crucial because many have been living in shelters for days and need comfort to relieve stress. During the visit, 10 tanks of ice cream from Mahachai, honey oranges from Fang district in Chiang Mai province, sweet drinks, food, snacks, and fruit were prepared for distribution to bring smiles and refreshment. The minister also arranged animal feed for pets that families brought to the shelters, noting that animals are family members and should not be left behind. He called for continuous distribution of food and water, inspection of field kitchens and distribution points, and coordination of mobile medical units and emergency vehicles to assist bedridden patients, the elderly, and those with chronic conditions. Finally, he ordered preparations for post‑flood recovery, readying personnel and equipment to survey damage, clean homes, and help residents return to normal life as soon as conditions allow.
