A massive fire at a 30-rai garbage dump in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District, which broke out on Sunday has been completely extinguished.

The fire was reported on Sunday afternoon after it has ravaged a 7-meter high trash pile. Up to 20 fire trucks have been deployed to put out the blaze.

Provincial Governor Witthaya Piewpong confirmed that by noon on Monday (April 5th), the fire has been brought under control. The province is planning to hold a seminar for firefighters on how to effectively extinguish fires at garbage dumps.

Moats will also be constructed around 20 landfills in the province in a bid to prevent more fires from breaking out.

Mr. Wittaya added that any members of the public found to be starting a fire near trash pits will face legal action or immediate arrest.