Traffic chaos expected in Bangkok due to flyover construction
The construction of two viaducts and a bridge in Khlong Toey (Bangkok) is likely to cause a lot of traffic jams and congestion. Due to the construction time, about 2,5 years, the chaos also lasts a very long time. Road users have been advised to avoid the route.
The City of Bangkok (BMA) is set to regulate street vending at the night market in Bangkok's Bang Kapi district. The night market is from 23.00 p.m. to 5.00 a.m. and that causes a nuisance, neighbors have complained about it.
After hours of continuous rain, flooding in Bangkok and surrounding provinces caused chaos on the roads. Several traffic accidents and long traffic jams were reported.
Striking video of Uber shot in Bangkok (video)
Uber wants to show the consequences of a car surplus in Asian cities with a striking video. The TV spot was made by a Swedish agency and mostly shot in Bangkok.
It goes without saying that traffic in Bangkok is a drama. There is no other way, because there are an estimated 8 million cars in the capital. Many Thai people are stuck in traffic jams for hours every day and that also causes practical problems, for example when you have to pee.
Traffic chaos Bangkok: Municipality blames the rain
Monday evening it was a big drama on a number of roads in Bangkok. Motorists were stuck in traffic for hours. The municipality of Bangkok says that the heavy rains are to blame.
Traffic around the Lat Phrao intersection in Bangkok has to deal with serious traffic congestion related to the construction of the southern Green Line.
Traffic chaos in Bangkok after heavy rain
Bangkok was treated to heavy downpours last night, causing flooding that was fortunately short-lived. Traffic came to a standstill, causing traffic chaos.
Yesterday, a traffic chaos arose in Bangkok due to a large influx of Thai people to the City Pillar Shrine and various temples to pray for happiness, protection and prosperity. They responded to the call of astrologers to make themselves useful at the City Pillar Shrine to arm themselves against possible disasters that await Thailand.
News from Thailand – November 12, 2014
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What is the solution to the traffic jam in Bangkok?
Bangkok is one big traffic jam. Commuters spend an average of 2 hours a day on their way to and from work. Is a levy like in the City of London the solution? An analysis.
Students devise smart solutions for traffic bottlenecks
Bangkok is one big traffic jam. The municipality will ask residents for solutions. Students from local universities are the first to come up with suggestions. A good example of a bottom-up approach.
New rules for Thai royal family car procession
Yesterday, the Thai authorities distributed 25 handbooks to police officers and other government officials containing the new guidelines for controlling traffic and escorting the royal motorcade.
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Traffic chaos in Pattaya
Last Friday I went to Soi Bokau market to drink a beer and people watch.