Rayong Fire in a factory warehouse in Rayong. Recently, some areas were found to contain chemical vapors. Affects the respiratory system Yesterday, the Pollution Control Department joined with the Department of Industrial Works. Following up on the effects of the fire at the factory warehouse of Winprocess Co., Ltd., Rayong Province, it was found that the third warehouse area was a fire spot in the aluminum slag pile. Air quality around the factory, community areas, 300 meters - 7 kilometers, and additional complaint points up to 25 kilometers, found 10 types of chemical vapors in Bang But Subdistrict, Village No. 4 and 8, Nong Bua Subdistrict, Village No. 2, 3, and 11. Nong Bua, Bang But Subdistrict, Lahan Subdistrict, and Tasit Subdistrict It is at a level that affects the respiratory system, irritates the eyes and skin. The Pollution Control Department has issued advice to people in the affected areas. Observe your own symptoms If abnormal, you should see a doctor. As for vulnerable groups such as the el derly, children and those with health problems, You should stay at the evacuation center. to be under the care of public health officials From now on, the relevant units will expedite the removal of hazardous chemical waste for proper disposal. Win Process Co., Ltd. was complained about in 2013. Until 2021, it entered the court process and a verdict was issued for the company to dispose of all waste and chemicals. By hiring S.K. Interchemical Co., Ltd. to come in and get rid of the waste. Until December 2023, the contract according to the court order ended. But the work is not finished yet. In addition, a fire occurred. The Department of Industrial Works therefore saw that If action is not taken quickly, it will affect many areas. He therefore requested to meet with the Rayong Provincial Prosecutor to discuss guidelines for implementing the court order. By requesting the Department of Industrial Works to manage the remaining waste according to the financial limit that the defendant placed with the court from the Prime Minister's inspection of the situation yesterday, ordering the Ministry of Interior. Control the situation to return to normal. Ready to prepare a compensation plan for those affected. You can register at the Damrongtham Center, Nong Bua Subdistrict and at the Bangbut Subdistrict Administrative Organization. Recently, there were reports that the fire was under control. And the temperature under the pile of industrial waste cannot be higher than 100 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, at both evacuation centers, there are 17 evacuees left, most of whom are elderly people with chronic diseases. As for the 2nd point, Bangbut Subdistrict Administrative Organization, this morning, evacuees One person has returned to the house, a Nong Phawa villager. Address to the factory owner You should ask the affected villagers. Villagers had to evacuate It's been a week. I want you to turn around and take a look. and want to be socially responsible in the production process . Source: Thai News Agency