Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Logging in Lampang
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has seized illegal timber and equipment in Lampang province following a coordinated enforcement operation.
On October 27, 2026, the Thai Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment announced a successful operation against illegal logging in the Mae Mo forest area of Lampang province. According to Khaosod Online, Minister Suchart Chomklin received a report from the Royal Forest Department detailing the seizure of four logs of protected Padauk wood, a modified six-wheel truck, and various logging tools.
The operation involved a multi-agency task force, including the Royal Forest Department, local administrative officials, police, and national park rangers from Tham Pha Thai. The initiative aims to curb the unauthorized harvesting and transport of protected timber, which remains a significant concern for the preservation of Thailand's natural resources.
For residents and travelers, this enforcement highlights the government's ongoing commitment to protecting forest reserves. While the immediate area has been secured, authorities are currently working to expand the investigation to identify the broader network behind these illegal activities. It remains to be confirmed whether further arrests will be made or if additional sites in the region are under investigation. Visitors to national parks and forest areas are reminded that the removal of timber and natural resources is strictly prohibited by law.
