Flooding concerns turn to Bangkok

Water runoff from the North is threatening Bangkok as overflow from the Chao Phraya River has flooded part of Bang Pa-In district in Ayutthaya. The district is adjacent to Pathum Thani, to the north of Bangkok. The flood front, which yesterday forced traders in Bang Pa-in’s old market to relocate, is expected to arrive in […]

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Bangkok Car Free Day this Sunday to raise awareness of global warming

BANGKOK, 14 September 2011 (NNT) – Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will be hosting Bangkok Car Free Day 2011 this Sunday with an aim to encourage the use of public transportation and reduce environmental impact from cars. Deputy Bangkok Governor Mr. Theerachon Manomaipiboon presided over the launching of ‘Bangkok Car Free Day 2011′ today to raise […]

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