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Chiang Rai Search Finds Two of Three Lost Hikers
Three Thai hikers went missing in the Doi Jong area of Chiang Rai on October 3, prompting a large‑scale search led by the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry. Rescue teams located two of the missing by the morning of October 4, while efforts continue to find the third person. Authorities have emphasized the safety of search personnel throughout the operation.
Two Missing Villagers Found Safe in Chiang Rai Forest
Two of three villagers who went missing while collecting bamboo worms in Chiang Rai’s Doi Nang Non forest have been found safe. The men, identified as Boonsub and Saranyu, were located in a forest coffee grove and are receiving aid. Search teams continue to look for the third villager, Thanong, as authorities coordinate a ground and drone-based operation.
MP Aidee Calls for Proof of Husband's Scam Links
MP Suchada Sang Thanthap of the Bhumjaithai Party has filed a defamation complaint against opposition MP Rangsiman Rome after he suggested her husband might be linked to a scam network. She insists that any allegations must be supported by evidence and that those making unfounded claims should be held responsible. The complaint was lodged with the Central Investigation Bureau, and she reiterated her stance in a Facebook post on October 3, 2026.
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.
Flood Rescue Saves Eight Cats, One Dog Dies in Prachinburi
In Prachinburi province, a homeowner called flood rescuers to save his pets after rising waters trapped them inside his house. One dog, named Farang, drowned before help arrived, while rescuers saved eight cats and another dog, Phet, from the roof. The Mitraphap Samakkhee Foundation team used boats and even cut mango branches to reach the animals.
True and NBTC Offer Free Data, Calls to Flood Victims
True Corporation and the NBTC have announced relief measures for flood‑affected customers across Thailand, offering free emergency calls, 5GB of data for three days and extended service and payment deadlines. The package also includes extra credit for prepaid users and round‑the‑clock network support to keep communications running. Drinking water and relief kits are being distributed to those in need.
Floods Submerge Rice and Cassava Fields in Buriram
Continuous heavy rain has flooded rice and cassava fields in Buriram’s Nang Rong district for about a week, causing crops to begin rotting. Farmers report standing water remains in many areas despite receding levels, prompting urgent damage assessments and pleas for government assistance.
Pollution Control Dept Sends Staff, Boats to Clear Flood Waste
Thailand’s Pollution Control Department is boosting staff and deploying boats to clear wastewater and garbage trapped in flooded areas of Bangkok’s Rom Klao housing estate. Officials found floodwaters up to 1.5 meters deep with black, foul‑smelling water linked to pre‑flood and accumulating trash. The effort includes daily waste collection by the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, use of bio‑fermented water or lime to reduce odor, and preparation of five temporary waste‑holding sites for eventual disposal after the waters recede.
Bolt Deploys 20 Boats, 1,000 Kits for Bangkok Flood Aid
Bolt Thailand has delivered 20 fiberglass boats and 1,000 food‑and‑water kits to help Bangkok residents stranded by flooding. The initiative, backed by the Transport Ministry and Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, targets hard‑to‑reach neighborhoods and provides a 24‑hour hotline for assistance. Distribution is focused on Bueng Kum, Prawet, Khlong Sam Wa, Bang Kapi, and Lad Krabang.
Chiang Rai Issues Ban on Mae Sai River Water Use
Chiang Rai has warned residents not to use water from the Mae Sai River after tests found arsenic levels 28 times and lead levels five times above safety standards. The provincial order bans direct consumption of the river water and calls for stricter tap‑water treatment and avoidance of locally caught aquatic animals. Authorities will continue monitoring the contamination and public health risks.
Chao Phraya Dam Increases Release, Floods Hat AaSa Villages
The Chao Phraya Dam in Chai Nat raised its discharge to 2,400 cubic metres per second, flooding over 400 homes in Hat AaSa sub‑district and forcing residents to evacuate to tents along the Maharat Canal road. Authorities had issued early warnings, allowing most belongings to be saved, but many families remain displaced for an estimated one to two months. The situation highlights the community’s ongoing adaptation to recurrent floods despite the hardship.
Giant Crocodile Spotted Near Flooded Road in Chachoengsao
CHACHOENGSAO — 1 October 2026, A giant crocodile measuring more than 2 meters was reportedly spotted along an irrigation canal road in Bang Phaniang village, Moo 2, Khu Yai Mi subdistrict, Sanam Chai Khet district, Chachoengsao, prompting an urgent warning to local residents. On the morning of 1 October, Udon Thepwathee, former president of the […]