MFA withdraws Bangkok travel warning

Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has said it no longer advises Singaporeans to consider deferring non-essential travel to Bangkok.

This is because the flood situation in Bangkok has improved.

The ministry said that Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has announced that inner Bangkok will be safe from floods as measures to stem the flooding have been successful.

It advised Singaporeans already in Bangkok and those planning to visit to avoid flood-affected areas to take necessary precautions including heeding instructions of the local authorities and to closely monitor the local news.

It added that concerns about the possibility of outbreaks of water-borne diseases such as leptospirosis remain.

Those travelling to Thailand who have not eRegistered with the ministry are advised to do so at its.

Defer non-essential travel to Bangkok advises MFA

SINGAPORE: Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said it continues to advise Singaporeans to consider deferring non-essential travel to Bangkok and other areas affected by floods.

It said this follows a warning by the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority to Bangkok residents of the possibility of outbreaks of diarrhoea, leptospirosis, cold and flu as well as infection of wounds.

MFA advises Singaporeans in Bangkok or those planning to visit Bangkok to avoid flood-affected areas, take the necessary precautions, heed the instructions of the local authorities and closely monitor local news.

Those who have not done so, it says, should also e Register.

MFA said flood waters have begun to recede in some parts of Bangkok and Thai authorities have managed to stem the flooding in the north of Bangkok and are taking all necessary efforts to drain the water.

But it added parts of Bangkok still remain flooded.

Singaporeans who require consular assistance can contact the MFA Duty Office (24-hours) at:

MFA Duty Office

Tel: +65 6379 8800, +65 6379 8855

Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg