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Ping Riverbank Protection Structure Damaged, Not a Dam Collapse
Thai PBS Verify investigated a viral post claiming that a "stone riprap dam collapsed along the Ping River" in Khlong Khlung District, Kamphaeng Phet Province. The investigation revealed that the damage occurred to a riverbank erosion protection structure, not a water storage dam or a main river barrier. Meanwhile, water management agencies reported that northern runoff volumes tend to decrease, though rainfall during October 11–13, 2026, still requires close monitoring.
Oct 2, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
Kalmaegi Is Not Heading to Thailand Today Viral post recycles a 2025 TMD announcement
A viral post claims that Typhoon “Kalmaegi” will move into Thailand tomorrow and lists provinces allegedly bracing for heavy rain. Thai PBS Verify found that the post combines a Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) announcement issued in November 2025 with a weather forecast dated September 28, 2026—two different time periods. There is no official announcement stating that Typhoon “Kalmaegi” is currently moving into Thailand.
Sep 30, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
Fake News Fact-Checked: Owner of “Tee’ Lom Fah Ar-kat” Page Is Not Dr. Smith Dharmasaroja
Disinformation circulating online claims that the owner of the “Tee’ Lom Fah Ar-kat” Facebook page is Dr. Smith Dharmasaroja, former Director-General of the Thai Meteorological Department. Thai PBS Verify verified the information with the National Disaster Warning Council Foundation and directly contacted Dr. Smith's wife, both of whom confirmed that Dr. Smith is not the “Tee’ Lom Fah Ar-kat” page owner as claimed.
Sep 29, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
Clip of Car Driving Through Deep Floodwaters Submerged Near Roof Level Revealed to Be AI-Generated
A video clip of a car wading through floodwaters so high it was nearly submerged to the roof was shared over 4,600 times, prompting viewers to speculate on the vehicle's make and model, ultimately racking up more than 7.4 million views. Thai PBS Verify investigated and confirmed that the clip was generated by AI, while experts offered guidelines on safe flood driving alongside essential precautions every motorist should know.ควรรู้
Sep 29, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
Khlong Ra-ok Reservoir is not collapsing. Only soil erosion was found near the spillway.
Thai PBS Verify checked the TikTok clip warning of a potential burst at the Khlong Ra-ok (Khao Chuk) Reservoir and found it to be inaccurate. The main earthen dam is strong and intact; only the right spillway has suffered erosion damage. The Royal Irrigation Department is actively draining water and fixing the issue, and locals in risk-prone areas are advised to keep a close eye on updates.
Sep 28, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
No need to panic! Thai PBS Verify confirms six volcanic eruptions in a single month are completely normal for Earth.
Posts claim volcanoes are flashing warning signs after six erupt simultaneously in a single month! However, Thai PBS Verify consults geology experts who confirm this is a natural phenomenon, pointing out that social media maps are exaggerated. Historical statistics show as many as 56 volcanoes have erupted simultaneously in the past.
Sep 14, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
7 Service Businesses Foreigners Don’t Need a Permit
Thai PBS Verify found a social media post claiming that “seven service businesses do not require foreign nationals to obtain permission to operate a business.” However, an examination of the relevant legislation found that the law does not identify seven businesses in the manner claimed in the post. Some of the information was also rearranged and interpreted in a way that could lead to misunderstanding.
Sep 5, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
Online news page shares terrifying CCTV footage of Nepal landslide — turns out to be an AI-generated clickbait video.
Fake Footage Exposed! An online news page shared an AI-generated CCTV video claiming to show a landslide in Nepal. A deep-dive investigation by Thai PBS Verify revealed it was entirely AI-generated. A background check on the page further exposed that it was originally a "grass jelly dessert shop page" that had just changed its name to a news outlet two days prior to the incident.
Sep 4, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
landslide Video clip claiming “Nepal Flood” Is Actually an Event From India in 2025
A video clip of the floods in Nepal claimed that thousands of people were missing. Thai PBS Verify investigated and found that it was old footage of a landslide in India used misleadingly.
Aug 31, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
