Sunshine garden is closed from Monday,October 19 through 21.
The garden will reopen at 11am October 22
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| Sunshine Garden ist von Montag, Oktober 19 bis 21 geschlossen.
Der Garten wird am 22. Oktober, um 11 Uhr wieder geöffnet
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Sunday, October 16, 2011
Sunshine Garden Temporary Closure
2011 The Most Extreme Weather Year around the World
Disaster in Thailand
The world is experiencing one of the Most Extreme Weather Years In Decades...
...Centuries in some cases.
Droughts, heatwaves, tornadoes, flooding, blizzards, all sort of weather related disasters
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Sakon Nakhon Weather Next week
Sunscreen is on my shopping list
Ocean water temperatures are cooling in the South China Sea.
The influence of weather from the east is diminishing.
A shift in weather direction is likely soon
Friday, October 14, 2011
Average rainfall for this area measured over the last 24 hours at Thai Meteorological Department was 3inches (75.9 mm). Measured the water level at my pond (which I had previously pumped out) at near 5 inches.
Lucky there is a dry spell were some of the water can run off, before the next rainfall.
The next mayor system approaching is Tropical Depression Banyan.
It's veering to the south, possibly creating havoc in the capitol, with minor impact locally
Roads conditions in the villages are worsening. Ideal conditions for stunt driver training
Road crews were out filling holes with gravel and tar.
I know I shouldn't laugh at other peoples misery.
But the picture at the link (below) just tickled my funny bones.
Lucky there is a dry spell were some of the water can run off, before the next rainfall.
The next mayor system approaching is Tropical Depression Banyan.
It's veering to the south, possibly creating havoc in the capitol, with minor impact locally
Cruised around a bit this morning to asses the local situation.
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| The canal at the north end of ITU was slightly above 3/4 level. |
The small pond at Wat That Dum was at capacity and overflowing at the east end
A new even larger pond has formed on the temple grounds
In the village adjacent to the temple grounds, kids were looking to catch fish crossing the road.
Rice fields seemed healthy
A few spots had been flattened by the strong rains
Creek and canal water flow is rapid
Roads conditions in the villages are worsening. Ideal conditions for stunt driver training
Road crews were out filling holes with gravel and tar.
Where road crews had not been able to make repairs, highway warning signs had been errected
But the picture at the link (below) just tickled my funny bones.
- Must see photo at the guardian (UK)Don't miss the whole series of photos on that page. Excellent ohotography
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Nakhon Phanom Bridge OPEN
The official opening of the bridge is on 11.11.11 (November 11, 2011).
The bridge was unofficially opened to the public during the recent Lhai Ruahfai Festival (Fire-boat festival).
The bridge is part of the Asian Highway system: Asia Highway 15 (AH15).
The highway which starts in Udon Thani , is also known as Thailand highway 22.
When completed, AH15 will traverse through Thailand, Laos and Vietnam.
The bridge was unofficially opened to the public during the recent Lhai Ruahfai Festival (Fire-boat festival).
The bridge is part of the Asian Highway system: Asia Highway 15 (AH15).
The highway which starts in Udon Thani , is also known as Thailand highway 22.
When completed, AH15 will traverse through Thailand, Laos and Vietnam.
Watching the Floods from a Safe Distance
Used to watch a government operated webcam of the Bangkok riverfront. I noticed the river level rising.
Recently the cam was taken offline for public viewing. Access codes are now required to view the cam.
Is it censorship or did the cam receive too many visits to be of use for official purposes?
Bangkok High tide is expected Saturday morning approx. 7 am
Again Saturday evening approx. 7 pm
Recently the cam was taken offline for public viewing. Access codes are now required to view the cam.
Is it censorship or did the cam receive too many visits to be of use for official purposes?
Bangkok High tide is expected Saturday morning approx. 7 am
Again Saturday evening approx. 7 pm
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Wax Castle Parade 2011
The pictures were taken by Joey.
I've been a bit under the weather and did not partake in any of the celebrations and festivities this year.
My past back and neck injuries flared up over recent days, so I had no interest increasing the discomfort.
Events had been publicized to be broadcast live on Thai TV.
I'm only guessing, possibly due to all the flooding, the broadcasting equipment was in use elsewhere.
The local cable TV, 'STV' did broadcast the parade via the internet. I only found out about the broadcast when I turned on the TV.
The fact that all events are alcohol free didn't encourage me to make an effort.
Not that I'm an alcoholic, but I do use alcohol as a pain medicine alternative when things are really bad.
Joey did mention that many people did ask about me. Mostly former students of mine.
Bangkok Flood Watch
- The next forty-eight hours will be critical for Bangkok. Will the repaired dams hold? Will it rain? What effects will the high tide have?
Local Weather
- Increased chance of rain Thursday through Saturday 60%. Occasional Thunderstorms.
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Weather Underground
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Local weather conditions and temperatures seem to be quite average for this time of year. 'slightly cooler.'
Pictures Pending
Processing photo's from yesterday's parade.
Cropping, enhancing, Et cetera.
Over 200 pictures. It will take a few hours before they are posted.
Thanks for your patronage.
Meanwhile: What's your opinion?
Is it real or is it staged?
I tend to believe it was staged.
If it was real, then the guy is just plain LUCKY.
Cropping, enhancing, Et cetera.
Over 200 pictures. It will take a few hours before they are posted.
Thanks for your patronage.
Meanwhile: What's your opinion?
Is it real or is it staged?
I tend to believe it was staged.
If it was real, then the guy is just plain LUCKY.
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