Tracking environment for Thailand — coverage from the newsroom in Bangkok.
National News · EnvironmentBangkok's aging shophouses face structural collapse risk. Learn why inspection laws aren't enforced and how to protect yourself in Thailand's older buildings.
Environment · EconomyInvasive blackchin tilapia is destroying Thailand's shrimp farms. Learn how this West African fish threatens 40,000 farming households and what the government is doing about it.
Environment · National NewsSouthwest monsoon brings heavy rains and flood risks to northern and eastern Thailand. Essential safety tips, travel warnings, and what residents need to prepare now.
National News · EnvironmentA 2.9 magnitude earthquake hit Mae Sot, Tak. Learn why it didn't trigger T-Alert notifications, how Thailand's earthquake warning thresholds work, and what residents should know.
Environment · National NewsRare earth mining in Myanmar's Shan State contaminates Chiang Rai's Kok and Mekong rivers with arsenic. What residents need to know about water safety.
Environment · National News6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Palu, Indonesia on June 16, 2025. No threat to Thailand. Learn about regional monitoring systems & what Thai residents and travelers should know.
Environment · HealthUNICEF 2026 report: 1.1 billion children face overlapping climate hazards globally. Thailand vulnerable to storms, floods, extreme heat. Essential info for parents.
National News · EnvironmentRama 2 Road faces high-tide flooding June 14-20, 2026. Expect evening traffic delays, saltwater concerns. Use BTS/MRT or plan alternate routes through Bangkok.
Health · EnvironmentDiscover how microplastics in Bangkok food, water, and tea threaten gut health with billions of particles per serving. Learn what Thailand residents can do to reduce exposure and cancer risk now.