Fuel stations close doors

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2011
Fuel stations close doors

A number of fuel and LPG stations are closed as a result of floods, according to the Energy Ministry.



 As of today when floods reach 58 provinces, leaving 10 in critical condition, most of the stations closed are in the 10 provinces.
 Sukhothai: 5 fuel stations of total 365 were closed.
 Nakhon Sawan: 2 of 95. 3 LPG sations of total 22.
 Phichit: 1 of 55.
 Chainat: 4 of 178.
 Tak: 4 of 148.
 Lop Buri: 5 of 206. 1 LPG station of total 15.
 Ayutthaya: 31 fuel stations, 4 LPG stations and 4 LPG compression plants .
 Patchara Naripthaphan, spokesman of the ministry, said today that fuel and gas transportation to the flooded areas remains undisrupted.
 Meanwhile, Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand is working closely with the Royal Irrigation Department for the release of water from Bhumibhol and Sirikit dams.