Thai PM tells agencies to be ready for possible tsunami


BANGKOK (The Nation/Asia News Network): Relevant agencies have been instructed to monitor developments on the Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha’apai volcano eruption and ensure that Thailand’s disaster warning system is in working condition, a source from Government House said on Monday (Jan 18).

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha has also instructed relevant agencies to communicate with each other and prepare to mitigate disaster in case a tsunami is created by the eruption.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Thailand , tsunami , alert , Tonga

   

Next In Aseanplus News

Asean news headlines as at 9pm on Wednesday (May 8)
Marcos: P60bil in emergency allowances given to Covid-19 frontliners
Scoot hit by multiple flight cancellations
New snake species discovered in western Myanmar
Korean deejay disrespectful for dressing up as monk, says Dr Wee
Michelle Yeoh lands lead role in 'Blade Runner 2099' series
Indonesian delegation visits Brunei university strengthening educational ties
SpaceX's unit Starlink secures Indonesia operating permit
Woman posed as deity to cheat followers of S$7mil, forced some to eat human faeces
Families prepared to relocate from Pursat eco-site

Others Also Read