Posts published in “Thailand”

In the heart of Bangkok, the city thrummed with life as usual, but high above, amid the towering structures, tragedy struck. Aubonrat Setnawet, usually tethered to the humdrum of being an electrician’s helper, found herself precariously close to a breaking point. On the 23rd floor of a nascent office tower when the calamity unfurled, she had just descended to the ground, stepping off the construction elevator to fetch equipment. It was then that the earth decided to dance—a macabre sway that jolted more than it moved. The unfinished beast of metal and concrete trembled, accompanied by menacing cracks that sliced through the air. As the colossal structure heralded its collapse, Aubonrat stood at ground zero of chaos, her view obscured by rampant dust clouds. She attempted a desperate call to her husband, Nuguy Setnawet, who was still perched somewhere within the skeletal heights above—but the airwaves offered nothing in return.…

The bustling city of Bangkok, known for its vibrant street life and rich cultural landmarks, was recently rocked by an event that had nothing to do with its lively festivals or its aromatic street food. Instead, it was an unfortunate shudder from Mother Earth—a powerful earthquake that left a noticeable scar across the cityscape, with more than 6,000 building crack reports flooding in via the aptly named Traffy Fondue. Deputy Governor Sannon Wangsrangboon announced this gathering storm of cracks and creaks on a sunny morning, barely a day after the tremors subsided. It seemed, with the earth still barely settled, over 2,100 reports had already stacked up like customers at a midnight sale. By high noon, this count was over 5,000, as residents became aware of the vulnerabilities that had been shaken to the surface. In a city where high-rises stretch up as if trying to reach the heavens, it…

Amidst the thrilling whirlwinds of Southeast Asia, a heartwarming tale of perseverance and diplomacy has emerged. Picture this: four Thai crew members, embraced in the arms of jubilant families, stepping back onto familiar soil in Ranong province yesterday afternoon. These men, with the ever-resilient spirit of seafaring souls, embarked on a journey that ended with the sweet relief of freedom, a gift granted through diplomatic finesse. Their return was not by mere serendipity. At the helm of this coordinated rescue was none other than Ras Chaleechan, the esteemed Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs. Leading an entourage that could make any rescue mission seem like a diplomatic dance, Ras— along with the Thailand-Myanmar Township Border Committee and senior officials— navigated the waters to Myanmar’s Kawthaung province. Their aim? To welcome home the quartet of mariners who had been ensnared since November of the previous year due to a misunderstanding on icy…

In the bustling city of Bangkok, the humdrum life was thrown into chaos when an unexpected visitor from beneath the earth made its grand entrance. Just a few days ago, on March 28, 2025, to be precise, a mighty 7.7-magnitude earthquake rocked the very core of central Myanmar. This seismic spectacle delivered an encore with a 6.7-magnitude aftershock, leaving its trembling mark as far afield as the Thai capital, over a thousand kilometers away. What ensued in Bangkok was nothing short of a scene from a disaster movie—only this time, the drama unfolded in reality. Within the walls of Rajavithi Hospital, located smack dab in the heart of Bangkok, a quick-thinking frenzy erupted. Hospital beds were shuffled and repurposed, transforming the local sports hall into an unexpected infirmary. Patients emerged disoriented yet determined, with the kind of resilience you don’t usually see outside of a dramatic film. Imagine the spectacle:…

In a dramatic turn of events, the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has unveiled its eighth weather warning, sounding the alarm for a powerful summer storm poised to unleash its fury across 47 provinces in Thailand. All eyes are on the northeast and even the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, where a soaking 60% of the area is predicted to be swept by heavy rains. This stern advisory, which took effect on March 29, foretells not just any storm, but a tempest packed with thunderstorms, gusty winds, whimsical hail, and the electrifying spectacle of lightning. Such havoc is attributed to a moderate cold air mass from China, queuing up to blanket the northeast of Thailand and the South China Sea. It’s not just an ordinary weather day, folks! In light of this forewarning, residents are being urged to shun outdoor escapades. Sauntering amidst looming large trees, shaky structures, and perilously poised billboards?…

The bustling district of Chatuchak transformed into a scene of urgent rescue operations on Saturday, as responders converged on a site – once destined to be a proud new addition to Bangkok’s skyline – now reduced to chaos and debris. Here, amidst the dusty remains of what was the under-construction State Audit Office, vital signs were detected from 15 souls trapped beneath the rubble, instilling a flicker of hope amidst the grim tally of nine confirmed fatalities. The heart-thumping search unfolds under the watchful eyes of the Metropolitan Police Bureau. With heavy-duty machinery echoing the frantic pulse of rescuers and the grind of gears slicing through the air, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The race against time is set against a perilous countdown of 72 hours, within which survival sans sustenance or hydration can teeter on the edge, with shock and dehydration posing a lethal threat. Leading the colossal effort,…