Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, May 3 - Fire at a chemical warehouse in Phachi District, Ayutthaya Governor confirmed that the fire was 100% under control and plans to inspect the type of chemicals. Finding the cause of the fire, Phachi Hospital is still closed. Wait to make sure the fire doesn't erupt again. Latest pictures from the area of the chemical warehouse fire in Phachi District. Even though you can still see some smoke floating in some spots. But Mr. Niwat Rungsakhon, Governor of Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Confirming that the situation is starting to improve. This morning, 4-5 heat groups at the Disaster Response Association used drones to detect heat in the warehouse around 11:30 p.m. and it was completely extinguished at every point. Or equal to being able to control the fire 100%. However, there is still something to worry about: the affected areas. Downwind area in a radius of 4-5 kilometers because although the air quality is better than yesterday (2 May), villagers can still smell the stench of che micals. Because there was still smoke floating in the air. In addition, the Pollution Control Department detected chlorine, ammonia, and vapors that were below the acute inhalation exposure limit. In the area around the community which is dangerous to health This makes it necessary to warn people to monitor their own symptoms. and let the medical team help monitor In addition, the Pollution Control Department found water contaminated with relatively high acid levels flowing all over the area behind the warehouse. This area is next to irrigation. There is a risk of water overflowing outside the area. causing the need to expedite the assessment of contamination and will be managed appropriately. Phachi Hospital continues to be closed. Wait to make sure the fire doesn't erupt again. while Phachi Hospital Dr. Pratchaya Phayakruang, director of the hospital, stated that services are still suspended at this time. Because it is in the leeward area and to ensure that the fire does not break out again. Wat Khok Mua ng Field Hospital and Still open to treat general patients and screening symptoms for patients exposed to chemical fumes Recently, there have been more people gradually coming to receive services than yesterday. OBEC plans to inspect chemicals After public works confirm the structure is strong As for the steps after the fire is under control, the Ayutthaya governor said that the Department of Industrial Works will inspect the type of chemicals. To prepare for disposal on June 1, including the need to quickly investigate the cause of the fire. This is because the warehouse holds seized chemicals that are currently being prosecuted. There are 5 chemical storage buildings holding 4,000 tons, with Buildings 4 and 5 being the buildings where the fire occurred. But since at this time the OBEC is still collecting evidence. to be unable to detect the type of chemical Because the warehouse that burned was an old warehouse and had been burning for a long time. Must wait for the Public Works Department to inspect the structure. Prevent collapse. Police emphasized that the warehouse has had three fires in the past, with the most recent fire on February 29 at Buildings 1 and 2, and an investigation found it to be arson. They used incendiary bombs to spread throughout Buildings 1, 2, and 3. The bombs were in the form of plastic containers. The bottom is cast in cement, inside is filled with oil. Adapted to attach bird-repellent firecrackers to incense sticks to ignite them. Nearby, a glass bottle containing aluminum powder was found, which had never been seen in this warehouse before. Source: Thai News Agency