BANGKOK, Thailand – As floodwaters recede in the north, the southern region faces fresh risks, with the Thai Meteorological Department warning of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides. Nakhon Si Thammarat and Trang are among the areas most at risk, with local authorities instructed to prepare for potential emergencies, including the establishment of evacuation centers and safe zones in high-risk areas. Residents have been advised to remain vigilant and monitor weather updates closely.
On October 15, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is set to chair a meeting on flood relief progress with the center and its forward command. The meeting will review ongoing efforts to restore flood-affected areas and assist those impacted. While many regions are returning to normal, government officials are continuing to support affected communities, with aid including the distribution of survival kits and educational scholarships in hard-hit areas such as Huai Sai Khao village in Chiang Rai.
In conjunction with these efforts, the Ministry of Interior has outlined compensation criteria for flood victims, including a cleaning compensation of up to 10,000 baht. The assistance is available for households in provinces declared emergency disaster zones, provided necessary documents are submitted to local administrative organizations (LAOs). The compensation is intended to support homeowners in cleaning their properties once flooding has subsided and normal living conditions have been restored.
The Interior Ministry has clarified several aspects of the compensation process, such as eligibility for those whose homes have been partially cleaned or who have already received assistance from local authorities. Households with properties under 100 square meters are eligible for the full amount, and the compensation also covers the cleaning of surrounding areas. (NNT)
