Civil Servants Granted Two-Day Leave in Thailand Due to Heavy Rains
The holiday decision for civil servants in Bangkok and three surrounding provinces aims to ease transportation and prevent traffic congestion.
The Thai cabinet has declared a special holiday on September 28 and 29 for public employees in Bangkok and three surrounding provinces due to heavy rainfall and flood risks.
Details of the Holiday Decision
With a decision made on Sunday, the Thai cabinet declared a special holiday for public employees working in Bangkok and three surrounding provinces due to severe rainfall.
Aiming to Ease Transportation
The main objective of this measure was announced as reducing public mobility and alleviating the traffic disruptions experienced by the public.
Constitutional Court Hearing
It drew attention that the holiday decision coincided with the expected date for the Constitutional Court to announce its verdict regarding the February election ballots.
Statement from the Court
Court officials announced that, independently of the holiday decision, the verdict hearing will be held on Monday as planned.
Bangkok Declared a Disaster Zone
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration declared the city a disaster zone on Saturday following approximately 300 mm of rainfall per square meter in the last 48 hours.
Water Levels and Current Situation
Although floodwaters began to recede on Sunday as the rainfall eased, citizens in some neighborhoods continued to remain trapped in their homes.