Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul reassured that the government has sufficient food supplies following a social media post by Bum Panadda, requesting donations due to food shortages in Chiang Rai amid natural disasters.
On September 24, Anutin addressed the situation of flooding in Chiang Rai, clarifying that after assessing the area, he believes the government has adequately prepared food and essentials. An additional budget of 100 million Baht has been allocated to both Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provinces, with the potential for further funding if needed. He emphasized collaboration and the importance of everyone performing their duties well, highlighting that the primary focus should be on aiding affected individuals rather than criticizing efforts.
Regarding the warning systems for emergencies, Anutin stated that these systems, developed in cooperation with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, have been continuously improved for accuracy. Various alert methods, including high-tech systems and community notifications, have been implemented to ensure public safety.
Anutin reiterated that local officials consistently report requesting protection against further rainfall or flooding, which is beyond their control. The priority remains on relief and preventative measures. While discussing the assistance strategies, he mentioned that designated areas affected by floods or landslides have been specified, rather than a blanket declaration for the entire province, indicating careful consideration by the relevant authorities.
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
