Government House, "Pimpattra" reveals that cadmium waste from Samut Sakhon province has been transported to Tak province in 8 containers and is concerned that during the rainy season, toxic waste contaminates water sources. Emphasizing that the fire was not ordinary arson. Seen as a constant threat Ms. Pimpatra Wichaikul, Minister of Industry Mentioning the transportation of cadmium waste, he said that he was concerned aboutRain: Currently trying to transport cadmium waste outside the building into the building for storage. and try to follow the plan Whatever adjustments are made to relieve people's concerns, such as transportation. Change to using all containers. Yesterday (May 6), 8 vehicles left Samut Sakhon Province and have already reached their destination in Tak Province. And now I'm moving the bags from the car. As for the number of cars, is it sufficient for moving or not? Ms. Pimphattra said: We try to follow the schedule. If there are more cars, it would be best. When asked about the frequent c ases of fires in industrial plants Ms. Pimpattra said: Part of it comes from the air. which is now being monitored Most recently, the National Environmental Board with Police General Patcharawat Wongsuwan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, as chairman, giving orders to each province and all relevant sectors Survey the factory areas that are at risk within 20 days and bring the names to the committee and the Ministry of Industry. The Department of Factory has divided up groups to inspect as well. But in this matter you must be careful. Whether it's people in the area or agencies, we must help each other. As for the Industrial Commission House of Representatives Analyzed as arson. To avoid new laws that will come into force Ms. Pimpattra said that she could think of it from many angles. First, the law requires that chemical sludge must be cleared from the factory. If you think from a bad angle Whether it's intentional or not. Incineration does not require disposal costs. The operator must accept that this kind of action has an impact on many surrounding people.? This cannot be a matter of arson. Must raise the level of violence This type of operation means stability. He therefore asked for help from the security department. Whether it's the police or the DSI. Go in and take care of this matter as well. Miss Pimpattra Also said: Factories that have been ordered by the court to return their land and must be managed With chemical waste, do you know how many there are? It's just that it's easier to do bad things. Irresponsible people do it easier than responsible people. Currently there are 6-10 such factories. As for whether these factories can be prosecuted or not? Ms. Pimphattra said that today what is being done in parallel is the Department of Industrial Works proposing to amend the law to increase penalties. 'This matter is a security threat. that the villagers were affected by We are not just looking at fires. but also looking at the weather conditions that the villager s have to face As for the rainy season, now there is the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment. Come monitor about chemicals entering water sources. Understand that people in the area face the most problems. It is difficult to confirm whether the water will be contaminated with chemicals from the factory into the water source or not.? As in Rayong and Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya provinces At this time, we have asked the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, or Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, to build a water barrier. But you have to see if it can be done or not. I admit that I have concerns,' Ms. Pimphattra said. Miss Pimpattra In conclusion, he said that at this time, the Industrial Committee Call relevant departments in the ministry to clarify every week.? This week, if I'm not busy He will go. Source: Thai News Agency