THANK YOU
(as of 2 December 2011, 1000H)

The Embassy would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their generous donation for the Filipinos affected by the flooding in Thailand:

• Knights of Rizal-Thailand under the leadership of Col. George Reiff;
• Organization of Filipino Expatriates in the South of Thailand (OFEST); under the leadership of Ms. Phylis May Clomata;
• Anonymous Donor;
• Mr. Pinij Kungvankij, Charoen Pokphand (CP) Foods Public Company Ltd;
• Ms. Persia Sethabutr;
• Ms. Cely Fookiat;
• Ms. Shellah Amor Maderal Dapa;
• Mr. John de Guzman, T & A Travel Group and Visa Run;
• Mr. Maris Samaram;
• Ms. Sharon Primavera;
• Mr. Binx and Mrs. Becca Javellanos;
• Ms. Sahlita Asvathithanonta, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP);
• Ms. Grace Paras, United Nations-AIDS;
• Ms. Malinee Muangsiri, United Nations Higher Commission for Human Rights;
• Mr. Gerwin Tuason, United Nations-ESCAP and CFL;
• Mr. Jay Punhong, United Nations-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO);
• Ms. Antonette Mercurio;
• Tau Gamma Phi/Sigma-Thailand Council under the leadership of Mr. Joel Duazo;
• Filipino Workers Association of Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Mirasol Cabilla (has given two batches of donations);
• Ms. Nancy Lewis;
• G.A.M Legal Alliance, a member of G.A.M. Group;
• Mr. George Amurao and Mrs. Analiza Perez-Amurao;
• Alpha Phi Omega (APO)-Siam Alumni Association under the leadership of Mrs. Jane Lugo-Morales (has given two batches of donations);
• Ms. Lalaine Ladores;
• Association of the Miraculous Medal represented by Ms. Auring Cornelio and Ms. Grace Mabuhay (has given three batches of donations); and
• United Filipinos in Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Isabel Arias (has given two batches of donations).  

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Flood Assistance Update
(as of 30 November 2011)

As of 30 November 2011, the Embassy has responded to requests for assistance from five hundred seventy-nine (579) Filipino individuals or groups since the start of the flood crisis.

From 23 – 30 November 2011, relief supplies were distributed to fifty-one (51) flood-affected Filipinos who came to the Embassy. Many of those who were able to come to the Embassy to receive supplies have evacuated from different areas in Bangkok that are still-flooded.

The situation is gradually returning to normal.

The Embassy will however, continue to address requests for assistance from flood-affected Filipinos. You may submit your requests through This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Kindly provide complete names, residence addresses and telephone number, as well as school addresses for Filipino teachers.

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 Flood Assistance Update
(as of 22 November 2011)

As of today, 22 November 2011, the Embassy has responded to requests for assistance from five hundred twenty-eight (528) Filipino individuals or groups since the start of the flood crisis.

Relief supplies were distributed to thirty-nine (39) flood-affected Filipinos who came to the Embassy to receive them from 19 -21 November 2011. Many of those who were able to come to the Embassy to receive supplies have evacuated from different areas in Bangkok that are still-flooded.

Nine (9) individuals were also evacuated from Rarm Intra and brought to Bangna international evacuation center.

Today, 22 November 2011, the Embassy distributed relief goods to twenty (20) individuals and delivered supplies to four (4) other Filipinos in Ayutthaya Province who sought Embassy’s assistance for food supplies and bottled water.

The Embassy hotline numbers for any requests for assistance are 0899265954 and 0843608405. You may also email atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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 Flood Assistance Update
(as of 18 November 2011)

As of today, 18 November 2011, the Embassy has responded to requests for assistance from four hundred fifty-six (456) Filipino individuals or groups.

On 15 November 2011, the Embassy delivered relief supplies to Minburi area for twelve (12) individuals in still-flooded areas.

On 17 November 2011, the Embassy also delivered relief supplies to Soi 39 Ram Intra for eleven (11) individuals in still-flooded areas.

Relief supplies were distributed to twenty (20) flood-affected Filipinos who came to the Embassy to receive them from 15–17 November 2011. Many of those who were able to receive supplies in the Embassy have evacuated from different areas in Bangkok who are flooded and are now staying with friends, in remaining dry areas in Bangkok. Relief goods were also distributed to thirty-seven (37) individuals who came to the Embassy today, 18 November 2011.

The Embassy also received cash donation from a Filipino organization.

Flood updates in English can be obtained from the Thai Government Public Relations Department (PRD) (www.prd.go.th). Please monitor closely news broadcasts and advisories for evacuation at the BMA website (link available in the PRD website).

The Embassy hotline numbers for any requests for assistance are 0899265954 and 0843608405. You may also email atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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During the ongoing flood crisis in Thailand, noble acts of charity and compassion by kind-hearted individuals and organizations have brought to the fore man’s innate sense of concern for the welfare and well-being of other people. It is in this light and context that the Embassy would like to share a poem written by a Filipino teacher based in Bangkok, Ms. Maria Paz S. Samelo, who through the power of the pen captured in essence the oneness in spirit. 

PAGTUTULUNGAN SA ORAS NG PANGANGAILANGAN
Isunulat ni: Maria Paz S. Samelo

Sa oras ng pangangailangan
Mga Pilipino ay nagtutulungan
Dito nakikita ang pagmamahal sa bayan
Lalo na sa baha dito sa Thailand

Sa ilang linggong paghihintay
Kaming lahat ay nakaantabay
Sa mangyayari sa aming buhay
Dahil sa daloy ng tubig na walang humpay

Pagtawag sa telepono ng mga kaibigan
Upang malaman ang kanilang kalagayan
At nang mabigyan ng lunas ang problema
Sa dumating na sakuna

Pagdarasal sa Panginoon aming ginagawa
Na sana’y di madagdagan ang pinsala
Sa hampas tubig sa iba’t ibang bayan
Nawa’y amin itong malampasan

Pag-iimbak ng mga pangangailangan
Lahat binibili upang huwag maubusan
Ngunit paano ang mga simpleng mamayan?
Kung lahat ay ubos na kahit sa mga tindahan?

Huwag mag-alala mga kaibigan
Tumawag lang sa kinuuukulan
Lalo na sa Imbahada ng Pilipinas
Dahil sila ang tumutulong at nagbibigay lunas

Sa ganitong panahon ng krisis
Pangtutulungan at pagkawang-gawa’y di maalis
Pinoy ka man o ibang lahi
Nawa’y sa ating puso ay manatili

THANK YOU
(as of 15 November 2011, 1700Hrs)

The Embassy would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their generous donation for the Filipinos affected by the flooding in Thailand:

• Organization of Filipino Expatriates in the South of Thailand (OFEST) under the leadership of Ms. Phylis May Clomata;
• Anonymous Donor;
• Mr. Pinij Kungvankij, Charoen Pokphand (CP) Foods Public Company Ltd;
• Ms. Persia Sethabutr;
• Ms. Cely Fookiat;
• Ms. Shellah Amor Maderal Dapa;
• Mr. John de Guzman, T & A Travel Group and Visa Run;
• Mr. Maris Samaram;
• Ms. Sharon Primavera;
• Mr. Binx and Mrs. Becca Javellanos;
• Ms. Sahlita Asvathithanonta, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP);
• Ms. Grace Paras, United Nations-AIDS;
• Ms. Malinee Muangsiri, United Nations Higher Commission for Human Rights;
• Mr. Gerwin Tuason, United Nations-ESCAP and CFL;
• Mr. Jay Punhong, United Nations-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO);
• Ms. Antonette Mercurio;
• Tau Gamma Phi/Sigma-Thailand Council under the leadership of Mr. Joel Duazo;
• Filipino Workers Association of Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Mirasol Cabilla (has given two batches of donations);
• Ms. Nancy Lewis;
• G.A.M Legal Alliance, a member of G.A.M. Group;
• Mr. George Amurao and Mrs. Analiza Perez-Amurao;
• Alpha Phi Omega (APO)-Siam Alumni Association under the leadership of Mrs. Jane Lugo-Morales (has given two batches of donations);
• Ms. Lalaine Ladores;
• Association of the Miraculous Medal represented by Ms. Auring Cornelio and Ms. Grace Mabuhay; and
• United Filipinos in Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Isabel Arias (has give two batches of donations).  

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Flood Assistance Update
(as of 14 November 2011)

As of 14 November 2011, the Embassy has responded to requests for assistance from three hundred seventy-six (376) Filipino individuals or groups.

Over the weekend (Nov. 11-13), the Embassy delivered relief supplies to Muang Thong Thani for ten (10); Pridi Banomyong for one (1); Bang Yai for ten (10) and Nonthaburi for three (3) individuals/families. Supplies were also distributed to sixteen (16) flood-affected Filipinos who came to the Embassy to receive them. Relief supplies were also distributed to twenty-one (21) individuals who came to the Embassy on 14 November 2011. Many of those who were able to receive supplies in the Embassy have evacuated from Nonthaburi, Nong Kaem and Pathumthani areas and are now staying with friends, in remaining dry areas in Bangkok.

The Embassy also received donation of used clothing for adults from an anonymous individual.

Flood updates in English can be obtained from the Thai Government Public Relations Department (PRD) (www.prd.go.th). Please monitor closely news broadcasts and advisories for evacuation at the BMA website (link available in the PRD website).

The Embassy hotline numbers for any requests for assistance are 0899265954 and 0843608405. You may also email atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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PHILIPPINE EMBASSY ADVISORY

To : The Filipino community in Thailand
Re : Flood Advisory Update

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While the flood continued to affect many areas in and around Bangkok, the Embassy focused on responding to the requests for evacuation or supplies for Filipinos affected by the floods.

Following are the recent developments as of 10 November:

- Twenty-four (24) provinces are still experiencing floods. These provinces are Bangkok, Phichit, Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Ang Thong, Ayutthaya, Lop Buri, Saraburi, Suphan Buri, Nakhon Pathom, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, Samut Sakhon, Samut Prakan, Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Roi Et, Maha Sarakham, Kalasin, Chachoengsao, Nakhon Nayok, and Prachin Buri.

- Flooded areas in Bangkok:

Northern Bangkok:
o Ramintra Rd until Sukapiban 5 Rd
o Phahonyotin Rd until Kampangpetch intersection and some part of Saphan Kwai
o Ratchdapisek Rd at Ratchda-Lardprao intersection, moving toward Ratchdapisek Rd and Lardprao Rd at Soi 48
o Changwatana Rd at DSI building until Laksi Intersection, Songprapha Rd,
o Vibhavadi Rd at the Thai Airways office
o Nimit Mai Rd, Hathairatch Rd, Saimai (at Sukapiban 5 Rd)
o Saimai Rd (approximately 80 % flooded),
o Nawamin Rd, Suwintawong Rd

Western area (Thonburi)
o Bangplad, Bangplad intersection until Rama 7 Bridge, Chalansanitwong
o Bangbon 1 Rd and Bangbon Soi 3, 5, Akechai Rd
o Petchkasem Rd at Buddamonthon 1 and 4
o Bangkoknoi, Taweewattana, Thummasala, Talingchan Districts
o Parts of Rama 2 Rd and Kalapapruk

- Areas under flood watch
o Bangchan
o Bangkapi
o Min Buri

- Areas where water has reportedly receded or started to recede:
o Ayutthaya province
o Lat Lum Kaeo district, Pathum Thani
o Uthai Thani province
o Sai Mai
o Bang Sue
o Nong Chok
o Lat Krabang
o Khannayao
o Lat Phrao
o Thawi Wattana
o Bang Phlat

Filipinos in Bangkok are advised to take precaution, as the volume of water entering Bangkok is still more than what is being pushed out to the sea, according to BMA.

For any urgent specific request for assistance, the Embassy’s 24-hour emergency hotline numbers are 0899265954 and 0843608405. The Embassy’s email address This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. can also be used for any information that members of the community may wish to convey regarding their situation in any of the flooded areas.

Sgd
LINGLINGAY F LACANLALE
Ambassador

11 November 2011

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Flood Assistance Update
(as of 10 November 2011)

As of 10 November 2011, the Embassy has responded to requests for assistance from three hundred fourteen (314) Filipino individuals or groups.

The Embassy delivered relief supplies to Don Mueang for eight (8) and Pridi Banomyong for six (6) individuals, respectively. Supplies were also provided to eighty-eight (88) flood-affected Filipinos that came from Bang Yai and Nonthaburi.

Flood updates in English can be obtained from the Thai Government Public Relations Department (PRD) (www.prd.go.th). Please monitor closely news broadcasts and advisories for evacuation at the BMA website (link available in the PRD website).

The Embassy hotline numbers for any requests for assistance are 0899265954 and 0843608405. You may also email atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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 FLOOD ASSISTANCE UPDATE
(as of 09 November 2011)

The Embassy responded to requests for food provisions from two (2) groups – eight (8) individuals in Don Muang and thirty nine (39) individuals from Bang Yai. This now brings a total of 259 individuals/organizations assisted by the Embassy to date.

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THANK YOU
(as of 09 November 2011, 1400Hrs)

The Embassy would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their generous donation for the Filipinos affected by the flooding in Thailand:

• Mr. Pinij Kungvankij, Charoen Pokphand (CP) Foods Public Company Ltd;
• Ms. Persia Sethabutr;
• Ms. Cely Fookiat;
• Ms. Shellah Amor Maderal Dapa;
• Mr. John de Guzman, T & A Travel Group and Visa Run;
• Mr. Maris Samaram;
• Ms. Sharon Primavera;
• Mr. Binx and Mrs. Becca Javellanos;
• Ms. Sahlita Asvathithanonta, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP);
• Ms. Grace Paras, United Nations-AIDS;
• Ms. Malinee Muangsiri, United Nations Higher Commission for Human Rights;
• Mr. Gerwin Tuason, United Nations-ESCAP and CFL;
• Mr. Jay Punhong, United Nations-International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO);
• Ms. Antonette Mercurio;
• Tau Gamma Phi/Sigma-Thailand Council under the leadership of Mr. Joel Duazo;
• Filipino Workers Association of Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Mirasol Cabilla (has given two batches of donations);
• Ms. Nancy Lewis;
• G.A.M Legal Alliance, a member of G.A.M. Group;
• Mr. George Amurao and Mrs. Analiza Perez-Amurao;
• Alpha Phi Omega (APO)-Siam Alumni Association under the leadership of Mrs. Jane Lugo-Morales (has given two batches of donations);
• Ms. Lalaine Ladores;
• Association of the Miraculous Medal represented by Ms. Auring Cornelio and Ms. Grace Mabuhay; and
• United Filipinos in Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Isabel Arias (has give two batches of donations). 

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Flood Assistance Update
(as of 08 November 2011)

As of today, 08 November 2011, the Embassy has responded to requests for assistance from two hundred twelve (212) Filipino individuals or groups.

On 06 November 2011, the Embassy repatriated the remains of the Filipino victim of electrocution due to the floods. The remains were boarded on TG 620 which departed Bangkok 0745 am and arrived in Manila 1155 am last Sunday.

On 07 November 2011, the Embassy received donations of seventy-two (72) packs of bottled water (each pack containing 12 small drinking bottles) and four (4) bags of used clothing for adults for Filipino nationals affected by the floods. The Embassy also received donations of bottled water, used clothing and assorted goods from four (4) individuals and organizations today, 08 November.

Also on 07 November 2011, the Embassy delivered relief supplies to Pak Kred and Pridi Banomyong areas for twelve (12) individuals that sought assistance. Earlier, the Embassy delivered relief supplies for twenty-two (22) Filipinos in Lamlukka, Pathumthani.

The flood situation remains critical as 60% of Bangkok’s total areas are flooded and considerable floodwater run-offs from the northern provinces are still to be drained to the sea.

Flood updates in English can be obtained from the Thai Government Public Relations Department (PRD) (www.prd.go.th). Please monitor closely news broadcasts and advisories for evacuation at the BMA website (link available in the PRD website).

The Embassy hotline numbers for any requests for assistance are 0899265954 and 0843608405. You may also email atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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NUMBER OF REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE INCREASING
(4 November 2011, 1900H)

The Embassy continues to receive requests for assistance from our kababayans who are affected by the ongoing floods in Thailand. They need clothes (for adults), food, water, milk for infants, and medicine. 

As of today, the Embassy has directly assisted a total of 170 Filipinos who were displaced by the floods. Most of them are now staying temporarily with friends and/or relatives elsewhere in Bangkok. Some are staying in the Embassy and some in hotels. The majority of these Filipinos received relief assistance from donations given by the Embassy and various Filipino community organizations and individuals. 

Today, the Embassy has also sent a team to Nonthaburi province to provide relief items to a Filipino family of five (5) and brought a Filipino family of four (4) to a hotel.

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CANCELLED
(3 November, 9:34 a.m.)

The Filipino Community Organizing Committee (FCOC), with the support and concurrence of the Philippine Embassy, regrets to inform everyone that we are canceling the Filipino Community Christmas Celebration at the Embassy grounds on 4 December 2011 in consideration of the plight of our countrymen and Thai friends who were adversely affected by the flooding crisis.

The end of the crisis is nowhere in sight. According to Thai national and city government officials, inner Bangkok is not out of the woods yet. Meanwhile, misery is spreading among individuals and families who were displaced by the flooding. One of our countrymen even perished from electrocution inside his flooded house. We do not want to appear insensitive to the suffering of people around us. Hence, the decision to cancel this year’s celebration.

In lieu of the originally planned whole-day event on December 4, we will have a Thanksgiving Mass at the Philippine Embassy grounds on the same day at 11:00 a.m. We are cordially inviting everyone to the mass.

Thank you for your kind understanding and here’s wishing everybody advance Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Cancellation of the Parol-making Competition

In view of the flooding crisis that has severely affected people and property in Thailand, the Philippine Embassy and the Filipino Community Organizing Committee (FCOC) in Thailand have decided to cancel the parol making competition for Filipino children ages 5 to 15 years scheduled on 04 December 2011.

The Embassy believes that this is not the appropriate time for merry making while many people in Thailand are still suffering from the adverse effects of the flood.

Thank you for your continued support to projects and programs of the Embassy and the Filipino community in Thailand.

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 EMBASSY OPEN 31 OCTOBER 2011

The  Philippine Embassy is open tomorrow, 31 October 2011, close on Tuesday, 1 November (All Saints Day), and resume normal operations on Wednesday, 2 November 2011.   

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RECONSIDER NEED TO TRAVEL 

The Embassy has recommended to the Department of Foreign Affairs in Manila that the travel advisory to Bangkok only be elevated from “Exercise caution” to “Reconsider your need to travel” based on the following considerations:

? The extent of the flooding situation in Bangkok is changing very rapidly. No one is certain what would happen between today and November 1 when the flooding is expected to peak due to the high tides and the large volume of water flowing from the northern provinces through Chao Phraya river, which is now traversing the city itself (Bangkok).

? Both the Prime Minister of Thailand and the Governor of Bangkok have asked residents of Bangkok to move their belongings to higher ground in preparation for the flooding. Late afternoon Thursday, 27 October 2011, the Governor openly asked people in 3 districts north of the capital (Don Muang Bang Phlad, and Thawi Wattana) “to leave” after days of refraining from using the word “evacuation.” Evacuation from more areas of Bangkok is likely to be recommended within the next few days. 

? Embassy staff have personally witnessed supplies of rice, egg, bottled water and other basic necessities running low in many department stores and groceries. In some groceries, some shelves have been emptied of these basic items.

? Because of the flooding, transport service has also been suspended in some parts of the city.

The total number of Filipinos directly assisted by the Embassy because of the flooding stands at 131. The Embassy, however, continues to receive requests for relief goods (canned food, noodles, and rice) from those who were earlier evacuated and now staying at friends’ houses in higher places in Bangkok. 

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IMPORTANT PUBLIC SERVICE ADVISORY FROM PHILIPPINE AIRLINES (PAL)

In view of the current situation in Bangkok due to flooding in most of its areas, the following guidelines shall apply to passengers holding tickets from the Philippines to Bangkok and/or v.v. with confirmed bookings from October 27 – November 6, 2011: 

Restricted / unrestricted tickets may be rebooked on the same class of service using the same RBD/BCC without penalty.

Restricted / unrestricted tickets may be rerouted, subject to collection of fare/taxes/surcharges difference, if applicable. Waive change fee / non-user’s fee.

For more information, please call Philippine Airlines at telephone numbers: (662) 633 57-13 up to 14. 

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HOTELS IN THAILAND OFFER SPECIAL DISCOUNTED RATES

Kindly click the following link to view the list of hotels in Thailand offering special discounts because of the flooding –

http://www.thailandtourismupdate.com/FileUpload/Editor/DocumentUpload/WebContent/Special_discount_from_Hotel_provider_as%20of%2026th%20Oct.xls.

The list is from the website of the Thailand Tourism Update (www.thailandtourismupdate.com) of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

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EMBASSY TO ASSESS SITUATION OVER WEEKEND
(27 October 2011, 243pm)

The Embassy will assess the situation over the weekend and issue another advisory before Monday, 31 October 2011.

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CONSULAR SERVICES TO BE SUSPENDED
(27 October, 10:00am)

In view of developments since last night, the Embassy regrets to inform the public that it will suspend consular operations tomorrow, 28 October 2011.

For emergency consular services, please call the Embassy hotlines 08-9926-5954 and 08-4360-8405 which will be open for 24 hours. 

The Embassy will also continue providing assistance to Filipinos who may be affected by the flood. 

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PHILIPPINE AIRLINES AND CEBU PACIFIC OFFER DISCOUNTED RATES FOR FILIPINO FLOOD VICTIMS

This is to inform the Filipino Community that Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Cebu Pacific are offering the following special discounted fares for Filipinos affected by the on-going floods in Thailand who would wish to go home until the situation improves. 

PAL

Bangkok-Manila                       THB4,600 (inclusive of surcharges and taxes)

Bangkok-Manila-Bangkok       THB8,380 (Note: applicable taxes and fees in Manila will apply)

• baggage allowance is 20 kilos
• available rates are applicable for confirmed bookings only
• rates are up to 30 November 2011 

Kindly contact the PAL Office (look for Ms. Theresa Garces, District Sales Manager)  at Rama IV at +662-6335713, +662-6335714 or +662-6335541 or through the PAL counter booth at the Suvarnabhumi International Airport at +662-1346835 or +662-1346836. 

Cebu Pacific

Bangkok-Manila                      THB4,500 (inclusive of surcharges and taxes)

Bangkok-Manila-Bangkok     THB8,500 (Note: applicable taxes and fees in Manila will apply)

• baggage allowance is 15 kilos
• rates are up to 15 November 2011
• rates available to a maximum of 30 guests per flight
• the airline will assign the flight

Kindly contact Cebu Pacific Air Office (look for Mr. Ramil Bondoc, Ticketing Manager) at Silom Plaza at +662-6350699 or +668-46820624.

KINDLY NOTE THAT BOTH AIRLINES REQUIRE THAT PASSENGERS PRESENT A CERTIFICATION FROM THE PHILIPPINE EMBASSY TO THE EFFECT THAT THEY ARE AFFECTED BY THE FLOODING. 

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PROVINCES COVERED BY EXTRA GOVERNMENT HOLIDAY
(26 October, 4:48 p.m.)

According to FROC news dated today and received by the Embassy from the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs at 3:52 p.m., the 21 provinces covered by the “extra government holiday” from Oct. 27 to 31 are as follows:

1. Sukhothai;
2. Phichit;
3. Phitsanulok;
4. Nakhon Sawan;
5. Uthai Thani;
6. Chai Nat;
7. Sing Buri;
8. Ang Thong;
9. Ayutthaya;
10. Pathum Thani;
11. Nonthaburi;
12. Lop Buri;
13. Saraburi;
14. Nakhon Nayok;
15. Prachin Buri;
16. Chachoengsao;
17. Suphan Buri;
18. Nakhon Pathom;
19. Kamphaeng Phet
20. Tak; and
21. Bangkok

FROC also announced that –

“1. Officials operating to assist flood victims and handle water management will continue their duty as usual;
“2. Affected schools and other educational institutions will postpone the opening of their second semester to November 15.” 

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EMBASSY OPEN ON 27, 28 AND 31 OCTOBER 2011

Unless forced to close by the flooding, the Embassy will continue to operate during working hours (from 830am to 5pm) on 27, 28, and 31 October 2011. 

The Embassy’s hotlines 08-9926-5954 and 08-4360-8405 will also remain open 24 hours during these dates. 

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BANGKOK RESIDENTS MIGHT BE AFFECTED BY THE HUGE VOLUME OF WATER
(25 October, 3:53 p.m.) – PLEASE SPREAD THE NEWS!!!!!

Following are excerpts from Press Release No. 15 dated 24 October of the Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC):

… … “At the FROC in Don Mueang, Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said that since flood water is passing through Bangkok before being released into the sea, Bangkok residents might be affected by the huge volume of water.

“Even so, she said, flood water in the city is likely to be between 50 centimeters and one meter high, depending on the situation in each area.

“Minister of Science and Technology Plodprasop Suraswai said that, based on an assessment, stagnant flood water would remain for about one month, or one month and a half. The most critical period would be this week when the water level is high.”

Based on reports, the “critical period” starts on the 27th, Thursday.

THINGS YOU CAN DO NOW:

1. Stock up on water, lots of water using every available container (tabo, balde, batya, etc.). If you have bath tubs and even washing machines (not in use), fill them up with water too.

2. Make sure your cell phones are fully charged at all times.

3. Put your passports and other vital personal documents in a safe place. Wrap them in sturdy plastic to keep them from getting wet.

4. Call the Embassy hotlines (08-9926-5954 or 08-4360-8405) at the slightest hint of an emergency.

5. If you’re running short on your load at wala ng mabilhan ng load in your area, I-MISS CALL NIYO ANY OF THE EMBASSY HOTLINES AND WE WILL CALL YOU BACK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

DON’T WAIT FOR THE ELEVENTH HOUR! 

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SIX FILIPINOS RESCUED
(24 October, 11:49 a.m.)

The Embassy Evacuation Team successfully rescued the 6 Filipinos from Nonthaburi at around 10:00 o’clock this morning. The 6, who waded through waist-deep flood-waters to get to a dry place where the Evacuation Team picked them up, are now temporarily housed at the Embassy.

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NUMBER OF REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE DECLINING
(24 October 2011, 9:36 a.m.)

The number of requests for either evacuation or relief assistance from our kababayans who were displaced by the flooding has been declining in the last couple of days. In a way, this is a good sign. It can mean the crisis is leveling off.

Your Embassy, however, is not lowering its guards down. According to the Flood Relief Operations Center (FROC), another high tide is likely to take place between 28 and 30 October 2011. FROC also issued a statement that “the flooding situation might persist for four to six weeks in many areas of the country.” In view of this, our kababayans who are in areas at risk of flooding are advised to remain alert and to contact the Embassy immediately for any emergency. 

As of 23 October, the Embassy has directly assisted a total of 120-plus Filipinos who were displaced by the flooding. Most of them are now staying temporarily with friends and/or relatives elsewhere in Bangkok. Some are staying in hotels. The majority of these Filipinos received relief assistance from donations given by various Filipino community organizations and individuals.

As of this writing, the Embassy’s Emergency Response team is en route to Nonthaburi to rescue another group of 6 Filipinos who were able to leave their flooded apartment and go to a dry place. The 6 will also be given relief goods and accommodated at the Embassy if they have no other place to stay in Bangkok.

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 Help for Filipino Employees of the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)

A team from the Philippine Embassy late afternoon yesterday delivered individually packed relief goods to some 70-plus Filipino employees of the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) who were displaced by the flooding. School officials evacuated the group from the AIT campus yesterday and brought them to a hotel in Suthisan for temporary accommodation. The Embassy team also briefly met with the group to assess their needs and how the Philippine government can best be of assistance to them.

 

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THANK YOU

The Embassy would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their gracious donation for the Filipino families and individuals who were displaced by the flooding in Thailand:

• United Filipinos in Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Isabel Arias;
• Association of the Miraculous Medal represented by Ms. Auring Cornelio and Ms. Grace Mabuhay;
• Ms. Lalaine Ladores;
• Alpha Phi Omega (APO)-Siam Alumni Association under the leadership of Mrs. Jane Lugo-Morales (has given two batches of donations);
• Mr. George Amurao and Mrs. Analiza Perez-Amurao;
• G.A.M Legal Alliance, a member of G.A.M. Group;
• Ms. Nancy Lewis;
• Filipino Workers Association of Thailand under the leadership of Ms. Mirasol Cabilla; and
• Tau Gamma Phi/Sigma-Thailand Council under the leadership of Mr. Joel Duazo.

The above list is current as of 24 October 2011, 930am.

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 POSSIBLE EVACUATION
(20 October, 10:00 a.m.)

The Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA) yesterday issued a warning for people in these districts to move their belongings to high ground and prepare for possible evacuation:

1. Sai Mai;
2. Bang Khen;
3. Khlong Sam Wa;
4. Kannayo;
5. Min Buri;
6. Lat Krabang; and
7. Nhong Chok.

Kung may mga kababayan po tayong nakatira sa mga lugar na ito, maging alerto po sa mga susunod na oras para sa karagdagang anunsyo ng BMA. Pero kung ang tubig-baha po sa inyong kinaroroonan ay mataas na at lalo pang tumataas, mas mainam po sigurong lumikas na kayo habang may araw pa. Mahirap pong mag-evacuate pag gumabi na muli.  Maglagay po ng white cloth sa labas ng inyong bahay o tinitirhan para malaman ng mga evacuation team na kailangan niyo ng tulong.

Tawagan niyo po ang Embassy sa 08-9926-5954 o 08-4360-8405 para sa anumang pangangailangan ninyo.

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WHITE FLAG

Filipinos in need of IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE in flooded areas are advised to hang a WHITE FLAG outside your windows or atop your doors. This will serve as a sign for Thai government/military evacuation teams that you need to be immediately rescued/evacuated from where you are.

Filipino flood victims in need of temporary shelter are welcome to stay at the Embassy. In case there are more evacuees than the Embassy can accommodate, we will help look for temporary accommodation elsewhere in Bangkok. 

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 PUBLIC ADVISORY

SUBJECT : Filipino Community Coordinators on the Flooding Situation

DATE     : 14 October 2011

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The Embassy met with representatives of various Filipino community organizations through the Filipino Community Organizing Council (FCOC) last night to assess the flooding situation and make plans for any emergency this coming weekend when flood water from Northern Thailand is expected to reach Bangkok. It was agreed during the meeting to designate “Area Coordinators” for the Bangkok Metropolitan Area, as follows:

SOUTH SECTOR (Areas  south of Rama IV Road, including Silom and Sathorn)

1. Phil-Thai Business Club (PTBC)
Ms. Ruby N. Hoskin / 08-98268527
2. Association of the Miraculous Medal
Mrs. Aurora Cornelio / 08-76939187
3. Assn. of Cordillerans in Thailand
Ms. Grace Balacdao / 08-76761348

NORTH SECTOR (Areas north of Phetchburi Road, including Ayutthaya Road, Asoke-Din Daeng Road, Vibhadi-Rangsit Road, and Ratchawithi Road)

Couples for Christ (CFC)
Mr. Jaime Lozare / 08-18408933
Mr. Arnold Itao / 08-60081189
Mr. Gary Hufana / 08-75544012; 02-5524987
(CFC – Laksi-Ramindra area)
Ms. Laarni Roa / 08-04548433
(CFC – AIT-Rangsit, Don Muang area)

EASTERN SECTOR (Areas east of Ekamai Road, including Prakhanong, Bang Na, and Ramkhamhaeng Road)

1. Association of Filipinos in Thailand
Mr. Reynaldo Asuncion / 08-18335814
2. Couples for Christ
Mr. Jaime Lozare / 08-18408933
Ms. Gigi Velayo / 08-18244253
(CFC – Bangna area)
3. Tau Gamma Phi
Mr. Joel Duazo / 08-43602217
4. Philippine Ladies Group
Ms. Bernadette Kongswasdi / 08-18308632
5. Photo Enthusiasts Club
Mr. Francis Ramirez /  08-14452176

WESTERN SECTOR (Areas west of Charoen Krung Road, including Lan Luang Road, Bamrung Muang Road, Sam Sen Road, Chak Kraphong Road, Rachadamnoen Road, and Nakhon Sawan Road)

Tau Gamma Phi
Mr. Joel Duazo / 08-43602217

CENTRAL BANGKOK (Banglamphu, Ko Rattanakosin, Pahurat/Chinatown, Siam Square, Ploenchit Road Upper Sukhumvit Road (Sois 1-19), Lower Sukhumvit Road (Sois 19-63), Bangrak, Lumphini, Klong Toey, and Bangrak District-Riverside)

1. Association of Filipinos in Thailand
Mrs. Cora Bamrungcheep / 08-19887814
2. United Filipinos in Thailand
Ms. Isabel Arias / 08-13724962
3. Filipino Teachers Association of Thailand
Mr. Rodolfo Mercurio / 08-91721246
4. Filipino Workers Assn. in Thailand
Ms. Mirasol F. Cabilla / 08-68916370

 Other Filipino Volunteers:

1. Mr. Hernando Antenor/02 231 3231/08- 13762896
2. Ms. Lalaine Ladores/ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 08-01012289
3. Ms. Edith Sethananda/ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 08-14828248
4. Mr. Rei Villaluz /08-73788010
President, Association of Filipinos in Thailand – Isan Chapter

Filipinos who need assistance because of the flooding may call anyone of the above coordinators.

Donations, in cash or in kind, may also be coursed through any of the abovementioned coordinators. Cash or check donations may also be deposited to the Bangkok Bank account of the FCOC with the following details:
Savings Account No.: 096 050 7978
(Check donations may be made payable to Ms. Maria Isabel Macatangay Arias)

For donations in kind, the following are recommended:

1. Medicines (pls. check expiry; pls. avoid prescription drugs such as anti-biotics)
2. Canned goods, toiletries, drinking water, soap and ready to eat foods like biscuits.
3. Please refrain from donating used clothing, but blankets are welcome.

Basic Emergency Preparedness Recommendations:
• At least one week supply of water for drinking and sanitation (one gallon of water per person, per day)
• Ready-to-meals such as canned goods (pls. check expiry date)
• For those with infants, infant formula and diapers
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• Candles with matches (Matches should be stored in a waterproof container.)
• First aid kit and medicines (paracetamol, cough and colds meds, and especially maintenance meds)
• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
• Garbage bags
• Cell phone (Make sure your phone is fully charged at all times.  Also have a fully charged extra battery on the side)
• Important identity/work documents such as passports, work permits, employment contracts
• Extra cash, ATM card and credit cards
• Paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
• List of important telephone numbers, especially emergency numbers published by the Thai government/Bangkok Metropolitan Authority
• Local maps

The Philippine Embassy will continue to monitor the situation in Thailand.  Please listen to the radio, watch TV or check your email/Facebook accounts from time to time for updates. Please make sure a relative or friend always knows where you are or your last known location.  Always include an “In Case of Emergency” contact person and number in your cell phones.

For the latest information about the current flooding situation, please visit http://thailand.prd.go.th.

(Sgd)
LINGLINGAY F. LACANLALE
Ambassador

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The Filipino community can also view http://thailand.prd.go.th on the current flood situation in Thailand.  (source: The Government Public Relations Department, 14 October 2011)

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Per information given by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs to all diplomatic and consular missions on 13 October 2011, the Embassy would like to advise the Filipino Community to monitor the flooding situation on a daily basis, from  mid-October to the first week of November, and to take necessary precautionary measure, particularly for the residents of the following areas:

1. Chan road, Soi Saint Louis and Sathu Pradit Road (Sathorn District);
2. Phahol Yothin Road near Klong Sarn Sen and Klong Gang Sue (Phaya Thai District);
3. Sukhumvit Soi 105 (Bang Na);
4. Sukhumvit Soi 39 and 49 (Wattana District);
5. Lad Phrao Road (Wang Thong Lang District);
6. Navamin Road (Bung Khum District);
7. Ratchadapisek Road in front of Robinson Department Store (Din Daeng District);
8. Lad Phrao Intersection of Ratchadapisek Road (Chatuchak District);
9. Ratchathewi Intersection on Phetchaburi Road (Ratchathewi District);
10.  Nikhom Makkasan Road (Ratchathewi District);
11.  Rama VI Road (Prajaejeen market in Ratchathewi District);
12.  Petchakasem Soi 63 (Bang Khae District);
13.  Yen Akat Road (Yannawa District);
14.  Srinakarintara Road (Prawet District); and
15.  Sanam Chai Road, Maha Road (Phra Nakhon District). 

Further information can also be obtained from the Flood Relief Operations Center at Don Mueang Airport (Call Center 1111 press 5); the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s (BMA) Flood Operations Center (02-248-5115 or the BMA’s main line 02-628-9065-6), the Thai Flood’s website (www.thaiflood.com) and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (www.tatnews.org).

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PHILIPPINE EMBASSY ADVISORY

To : The Filipino community in Thailand

Re :  Flood Advisory Update No. 6

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With Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra herself warning  of possible evacuation in Bangkok, Filipinos that may be affected are advised to keep their communication lines open at all times, heed calls for immediate evacuation should this become necessary and report any emergency to the local authorities or the Embassy.  The Embassy’s emergency hotline number is 0899265954.

The Thai government has set up a 24-hour National Flood Relief Center at Don Mueang airport. The Center will integrate flood relief and preventive tasks of all agencies, including data gathering, plan development, providing advice and information to the public. Anyone who wishes to seek assistance and get the latest flood warning issuance may call the Center at 1111 and press 9 for English.

Residents of Bangkok and outlying areas are especially advised to be on alert in the next few days due to the possible rise in water level in most of the city’s canals.  According to Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra, water released from major dams in the North could reach Bangkok between October 16 and 18. Combined with the high tide and projected heavy rainfall, the water from the dams could cause severe flooding in the city. Flood surveillance is currently focusing on 27 communities situated outside the flood prevention wall on the eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River and the eastern part of Bangkok, including Min Buri, Nong Chok, Lat Krabang and Klong Sam Wa districts. 

Flood-prone areas include Vibhavadi Rangsit and Ram Intra roads while floodwater from Pathum Thani could overflow Bangkok’s Don Muang, Lak Si and Sai Mai districts.

According to the Thai Meteorological Department, torrential rain and isolated fall that is likely to occur in the Central, the East and the upper South of Thailand will bring heavy rain and floodwater to the risky areas of the lower Northeast, the Central, the East and the South.

The Emergency Operation Centre for Floods, Storms and Landslides has also warned that the Ping River basin still had much water and a tendency to rise, while Muang Khon Kaen and Muang Maha Sarakham would suffer overflows from the Chi River in 1-2 days. The Chao Phraya basin’s 10 provinces such as Chai Nat, Sing Buri, Lop Buri, Ang Thong, Pathum Thani and Nonthaburi would also be affected by overflows.

The Embassy will continue to provide pertinent advisories from Thai authorities regarding the flood situation as well as possible evacuation routes and centers for affected Filipino individuals and families.

(Sgd)

LINGLINGAY F. LACANLALE
Ambassador

10 October 2011

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USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS AND DETAILS

FREE PARKING SPACES FOR FLOOD-AFFECTED PEOPLE

• Don Mueang Airport (1,400 cars)
• Thammasat University’s Rangsit Campus (300 cars) plus a temporary shelter for about 2,000 people at the University’s gymnasium
• Future Park Rangsit (3,000 cars)
• Fashion Island shopping complex on Ram Intra Road
• Central Department stores (Pin Klao, Bangna, Rama 2, Rama 3, Chaeng Wattana, Rattanatibet, Ram Intra, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Udon Thani, Chon Buri, and Pattaya Beach Branches);
• Tang Hua Seng Department store in Thon Buri are.

Notes:

1. Kindly check with car park providers first, pending availability of space.

2. Filipino individuals or families affected by the flooding, as well as Filipino coordinators in affected areas, are requested to contact the Embassy for any emergency. Depending on its nature, the Embassy will promptly act on your requests or direct them to the proper Thai government agencies for appropriate action.

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 Temporary Evacuation Centers for Eastern Bangkok Districts
source: http://pattayatoday.net

Minburi
Contact: Charlermsri Chiang-uthis – M:087-980-3681
1. Bueng Kwang School
2. Wang Lek Withayanusorn School (Khlong 4)
3. Khlong 3 School
4. Sai Kong Din Mosque School
5. Sala Khu School
6. Ban Koh School
7. Wat Mai Lam Nok Kwak Temple
8. Khlong Song Ton Noon School
9. Saen Saep Mosque School

Nong Chok
Contact: Damrong Ruensuk – M:081-648-9597
1. Wat Saen Kasem Temple
2. Wat Mai Charoen Rat Temple
3. Wat Phraya Pla Temple School
4. Wat Nong Chok Temple School
5. Saem Yaek Tha Khai School
6. Neelarat Upatham School
7. Sala Daeng Mosque School
8. Luang Phaeng School
9. Haiji Mina Mosque School
10. New Mosque School
11. Bana Lam Ton Kluay School
12. Wat Sup Samosorn Temple School
13. Wat Sam Ngarm Temple School
14.  Khlong 9 Mosque School
15.  Khlong 10 Mosque School
16.  Khlong 11 Mosque School
17.  Lam Buri Phuang School
18.  Wat See Chompoo Temple School
19.  Islam Lamphrai School
20.  Ban Jian Dap School
21.  Na Dup Mosque School
22.  Wat Lam Toiting Temple School
23.  Siriwang Withayakarn School
24.  Wat Mai Krathum Lom Temple School
25.  Wat Ratbamrung Temple School
26.  Ban Koh Mosque School
27.  Nong Chok Pitthaya Nusorn School
28.  Sangkha Pracha Nusorn School

Lat Krabang
Contact: Kosit Thammakosit – M:086-981-6493
1. Wat Bueng Bua Temple School
2. Wat Suthaphote Temple School
3. Lam Pa-ong School
4. Wat Thipphawat Temple School
5. WAt Lat Krabang Temple School
6. Wat Pluk Sattha Temple School
7. Wat Bamrung Ruen Temple School
8. Wat Ratchakosa Temple School
9. Prasarn Samakkhi School
10.  Wat Phomanee Temple School
11.  Saeng Hiran School
12.  Tambon Khumthong School
13.  Lam Nai So Mosque School

Khlong Sam Wa
Contact: Chalor Chiang-uthis – M:087-017-0111)
1. Wat Bua Kaew Temple School
2. Khlong 1 Mosque
3. Pracharj Upatham School
4. Khlong 1 Mosque School
5. Sam Wa Mosque School
6. Wat Sukjai Temple School
7. Wat Srisuk Temple School
8. Khlong 4 Mosque School
9. Wat Lam Kradan Temple School
10.  Wat Suthisa-ard Temple School
11.  Baan Baen Chado School
12.  Wat Paenthong Temple School
13.  Wat Phraya Suren Temple School
14.  Wat Sukjai Temple
15.  Wat Suthisa-ard Temple
16.  Saen Saep Mosque School
17.  Koh Khun Nen Mosque School