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• The increased demand for cooling has caused electricity bills to skyrocket, with some facilities spending between 80,000 and 100,000 Baht monthly during peak summer months.

• Water and ice supplies are under strain, with daily purchases of ice costing around 25 Baht per bag—a necessity to keep water cool for the homeless and disabled.

The economic strain extends to everyday essentials, as utilities and consumables are more expensive due to the heat. NGOs and local authorities struggle to keep pace with increased demand for water, cooling devices, and medical supplies.

Efforts to Mitigate the Crisis

Several initiatives are underway:

• Distribution of first-aid kits and medication to at-risk populations.