Phuket, Permanent Secretary of the Royal Thai Army reveals that he does not know what “Chaiwat” said was the cause of the forest fires in Chiang Mai Province. caused by politics It is confirmed that the forest fire was definitely caused by someone intentionally burning it. I would like to ask people who light fires to consider the impact on natural resources and the environment. In the past, all forces were mobilized to prevent, control, and extinguish forest fires with full force.
Mr. Chatuporn Buruspat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment) said that he still does not know the matter with Mr. Chaiwat. Limlikit Aksorn Director of the National Park Office The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation has identified the cause of the severe forest fires in Chiang Mai Province as: caused by politics
Permanent Secretary of the Royal Thai Armed Forces is accompanying Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, who is
traveling to perform duties in other provinces. The Prime Minister asked the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Regarding the situation of the forest fires, the Permanent Secretary of the Natural Resources and Environmental Crime Suppression Division reported the results of his work, but the Prime Minister did not ask about the case of Mr. Chaiwat alluding to the cause of the forest fires being political in any way.
Permanent Secretary of the Natural Resources and Environmental Crime Suppression Division reiterated that the cause of the forest fire was caused by someone intentionally setting it for example. Spot to find forest items points while raising livestock in the forest, etc., causing damage to forest resources and wildlife Including causing small dust particles that affect public health.
In the past, Police General Patcharawat Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, was concerned about the forest fire situation in Chi
ang Mai Province, which became more severe in the dry season. Found a lot of hot spots. Coupled with the cross-border smog situation, we therefore ordered coordination with all agencies to ask for cooperation to help reduce burning. All responsible agencies must strictly adhere to such measures. Especially provincial governors must use a single command to manage their own area. At the same time, orders were given to agencies in the northern region of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. origin control By coordinating with the province to implement urgent emergency measures that have been carefully considered by the Air Pollution Management Committee for Sustainability. As well as continually reporting to the Prime Minister to be aware of the situation and solutions.
As for the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Close the forest Controlling people entering forest areas Mobilize all forces to prevent, control, and extinguish fires quickly when the source of fire is found in accordance
with government policy to alleviate the PM 2.5 dust situation.
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment said that he would like to ask for cooperation from all sectors. Do not burn forests in order not to destroy forest resources and wildlife. Including alleviating air pollution problems. Firefighters extinguish forest fires themselves Work hard and take risks In addition, people are asked to help be vigilant. If you find a forest fire, please notify the authorities. After the wildfire season ends All agencies of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment There will be an After Action Review to analyze and evaluate after the operation in order to draw lessons for further forest fire prevention and control operations.
Previously, Mr. Chaiwat posted on Facebook and gave an interview about the forest fire situation in the northern region. Especially Chiang Mai province which is very violent. caused by politics The obvious thing is When politicians from the government and
opposition parties visited the area, it was found that the hot spots were increasing, so it was believed that each side was setting them up to prove the work of the other side and to gain satisfaction. Until it led to a heated debate from both government and opposition politicians to Mr. Chaiwat that Don’t love the forest alone. Then accuse others.
Source: Thai News Agency