Latest Wongwian Yai update: building stable as 11 sensors track movement after tunnel leak
SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026
Structural movement at buildings affected by the road subsidence near Wongwian Yai remained stable early on July 11, as authorities expanded digital monitoring and completed the removal of a heavy pedestrian bridge from the weakened area
DDPM sends cell broadcast alert to 14 Bangkok districts as Khlong San bans use of unsafe buildings
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026
Khlong San District has banned entry to affected buildings on Prajadhipok Road after ground subsidence linked to water leakage at the Wongwian Yai Purple Line tunnel, while DDPM has warned residents in 14 Bangkok districts.
All lanes shut between Wongwian Yai and Ban Khaek after Purple Line tunnel leak
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
Authorities have closed all traffic lanes between Wongwian Yai and Ban Khaek intersections after water seeped into a Purple Line tunnel, causing road subsidence and cracks, while DDPM rescue and pumping units stand by.
Wongwian Yai road sinks 20cm as Purple Line tunnel leak checks widen
THURSDAY, JULY 09, 2026
A follow-up inspection at the southern Purple Line tunnel site near Wongwian Yai found a further 20cm road-surface subsidence, slight building tilting and possible new cracks, though officials say evacuation is not yet required.
Phiphat turns to phased rail fare plan as debt limits delay common-ticket buyback
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says Thailand’s common-ticket policy will move forward in phases, with a 200-billion-baht funding model under study and a 17-45 baht fare cap planned as short-term relief for commuters.