From the earthquake that occurred on 28 March 2025 resulted in many areas in Thailand feeling the tremors, including Khon Kaen Province. Department of Infrastructure and Environment, Khon Kaen University An urgent site survey was conducted to assess the damage and safety of buildings and the environment within the university.
latest Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chupong Thongkamsamut, Vice President for Infrastructure and Environment, Khon Kaen University Revealed that he was assigned by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chanchai Panthongviriyakul, President of Khon Kaen University To urgently conduct a survey of the area according to the plan. Business Continuous Management (BCM) Newly added specifications with field surveys during the period 29-30 March 2568 Collaborate with the deans and administrators of each faculty to inspect the building structure to ensure the safety of all personnel and students alike.
Results from surveys in several areas, including school buildings, office buildings, and various departments, found that most of the damage did not affect the main structure of the building. There was only minor damage, such as chipped plaster, loose tiles, broken glass, cracked plaster surfaces at surface level, and subsidence of the concrete walkway. Or it could be a crack from previous subsidence, etc.
however Vice President for Infrastructure and Environment Confirm that staff and students can use the building as usual. Thank you to all personnel, including the Physical and Environmental Division, Building and Location Division, Utilities and Environment Division, and the Prevention and Security Division, who have worked together to implement the risk management plan and the recovery plan continuously until it was successfully completed.
However, Khon Kaen University requests cooperation from all personnel and students in all departments. If cracks are found in the columns or beams, especially diagonal cracks or existing cracks that have expanded in size, please report the information toPhysical and Environmental Division orBuildings Division To allow the team to survey and assess the repair approach.
KKU Confirms Earthquake Causes No Structural Damage; Operations Continue as Normal
