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  • Earthquake rattles Chiang Mai and Lamphun early today

    Earthquake rattles Chiang Mai and Lamphun early today

    An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 struck Mae On district in Chiang Mai, causing tremors felt as far as Lamphun. The seismic event, which occurred early today, August 15, lasted for five seconds and was reported by the Earthquake Surveillance Division. The earthquake struck at 1.33am, with its epicentre located in Mae Tha subdistrict, Mae On district, Chiang Mai…

  • Heavy rain warning for three Thai regions, Bangkok to see showers

    Heavy rain warning for three Thai regions, Bangkok to see showers

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a warning for heavy rain in three regions, with the northern region expected to face 70% rainfall. Bangkok will experience heavy showers from afternoon to evening. Residents are advised to be cautious of potential flooding and flash floods. The weather forecast for today indicates a possibility of heavy rainfall in the northern, upper…

  • Don’t let Thailand’s smiles rain on your parade: Brace for floods

    Don’t let Thailand’s smiles rain on your parade: Brace for floods

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) forecasted increased rainfall and potential flash floods over the next ten days, urging vigilance from residents in the Land of Smiles. The TMD released its updated ten-day rainfall accumulation forecast, predicting increased rainfall and potential flash floods from today to ten days ahead. This forecast, based on data from the European Centre for Medium-Range…

  • Heavy rain, flash flood warnings in northern Thailand

    Heavy rain, flash flood warnings in northern Thailand

    Heavy rain is expected in 53 provinces across northern and northeastern Thailand, with the Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warning of potential flash floods and forest runoffs, particularly in mountainous regions and low-lying areas. In Bangkok, the rain is forecasted to hit from afternoon to evening. The TMD’s 24-hour weather forecast indicates increased rainfall across Thailand, particularly heavy to very…

  • Brolly time: Thailand braces for heavy rain and flash floods

    Brolly time: Thailand braces for heavy rain and flash floods

    Thailand is set to experience heavy rainfall despite hot daytime temperatures, with 33 provinces expected to face severe weather conditions, including heavy rain. The Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts increased rain from today, August 10 to 12, especially in four regions. The TMD issued a 24-hour weather forecast for today, indicating that Thailand’s upper and lower parts will have less rain…

  • Weather warning as 38 provinces braced for heavy rainfall

    Weather warning as 38 provinces braced for heavy rainfall

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a weather warning today, with 38 provinces expected to experience rainfall despite a general decrease in precipitation. Heavy rains are particularly forecasted for the eastern and southern regions, affecting 60% of these areas. A weakening southwest monsoon currently covers the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, along with a low-pressure area…

  • Severe monsoon warning issued for Thailand with heavy rainfall

    Severe monsoon warning issued for Thailand with heavy rainfall

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for severe monsoon conditions across Thailand, particularly in the northeast and eastern regions, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected. Residents are advised to be cautious of sudden flooding and flash floods, while the sea will experience waves up to 2 metres high, prompting advisories for sailors to avoid navigating the Gulf…

  • Heavy rains and flash floods to hit 31 Thai provinces tomorrow

    Heavy rains and flash floods to hit 31 Thai provinces tomorrow

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather forecast for tomorrow, warning that heavy rains will hit 31 provinces, with two regions expected to be particularly affected. The forecast predicts that 70% of the areas in these regions will experience significant rainfall, and the public is advised to be cautious of potential dangers such as flash floods and forest runoff.…

  • Heavy monsoon rains to hit 34 provinces in Thailand today

    Heavy monsoon rains to hit 34 provinces in Thailand today

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for heavy monsoon rains expected to hit 34 provinces across Thailand today, including Bangkok and the northern and southern regions. Approximately 70% of these areas are likely to experience significant rainfall, with potential risks of flash floods and landslides. The TMD forecasted that the southwest monsoon continues to cover the Andaman Sea,…

  • Monsoon mayhem: 32 provinces in for a ‘downpour’ of trouble

    Monsoon mayhem: 32 provinces in for a ‘downpour’ of trouble

    Heavy monsoon rains are expected to affect 32 provinces today, including Bangkok, with 70% of the area experiencing substantial rainfall. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued warnings for potential flash floods and landslides. Thailand is set to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in the next 24 hours, with significant downpours anticipated in the northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and southern…

  • Heavy rain warning for 55 Thai provinces including Bangkok

    Heavy rain warning for 55 Thai provinces including Bangkok

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for severe rainfall across 55 provinces, particularly affecting the eastern, northern, and northeastern regions, as well as Bangkok. The public has been advised to stay vigilant for potential flash floods and landslides. The TMD forecasts heavy rain due to a moderate southwest monsoon covering the upper Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the upper…

  • Heavy rain and flash flood warnings for northern Thailand

    Heavy rain and flash flood warnings for northern Thailand

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning today, indicating heavy rainfall across the northern regions, with 80% of the area expected to be affected. People are advised to be cautious of flash floods and sudden water surges. The TMD’s 24-hour forecast predicts moderate southwesterly monsoon winds over the upper Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the upper Gulf of Thailand.…

  • Severe flooding in Mae Hong Son threatens rice fields

    Severe flooding in Mae Hong Son threatens rice fields

    Heavy rainfall in Mae Hong Son has caused the Mae Sa Nga River to overflow, flooding over 1,000 rai of rice fields. The famous Sutongpe Bridge, a well-known tourist spot, is also at risk of submersion, with landslides blocking several roads. Mae Hong Son is currently facing a crisis due to continuous heavy rainfall which has led to severe flooding…

  • Flooding in Chanthaburi leaves man dead after vomiting blood

    Flooding in Chanthaburi leaves man dead after vomiting blood

    Flooding in Chanthaburi has turned homes into islands, and a 52 year old man suffering from a severe illness has died after vomiting blood. Despite his family’s desperate call for rescue, they could not reach him in time. Police, doctors, and rescue workers had to use off-road vehicles and flat-bottom boats to retrieve the body. Officers received a report yesterday,…

  • Bangkok and five provinces face flood threat from high tides

    Bangkok and five provinces face flood threat from high tides

    Bangkok and five other provinces are on alert for potential floods due to high tides and continuous rainfall expected to persist tomorrow. The Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR) forecasted that elevated sea levels and ongoing downpours from August 2 to 8 will cause rivers to swell, posing a threat to low-lying areas along the Chao Phraya, Mae Klong,…

  • Heavy rain warning for 46 provinces, North hit hardest

    Heavy rain warning for 46 provinces, North hit hardest

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for heavy rain in 46 provinces today, with the northern region expected to be hit the hardest, affecting 80% of the area. Residents are advised to be cautious of potential floods and flash floods. The TMD forecasts weather conditions for the next 24 hours, predicting a moderate monsoon trough passing over the…

  • Weather warning for 37 provinces with heavy rain forecast

    Weather warning for 37 provinces with heavy rain forecast

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued another daily weather warning for 37 provinces today, advising residents to prepare for heavy rainfall, especially in the northern, northeastern, and central regions. The Bangkok metropolitan area is also expected to experience a 60% chance of rain. The weather forecast for the next 24 hours predicts that the monsoon trough passing over upper northern…

  • Severe flooding in Chanthaburi and Trat amid relentless rainfall

    Severe flooding in Chanthaburi and Trat amid relentless rainfall

    Severe flooding gripped Chanthaburi and Trat yesterday, as relentless rainfall continued to batter the regions. Heavy downpours, driven by the convergence of the monsoon trough over northern Thailand and upper Laos along with a moderate southwest monsoon, have caused significant water accumulation in these eastern provinces, according to Paitoon Kengkarnchang from the Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR). To…

  • Monsoon rains to hit 39 provinces in Thailand, flash flood warnings

    Monsoon rains to hit 39 provinces in Thailand, flash flood warnings

    Heavy monsoon rains are expected to lash 39 provinces across Thailand, with severe weather warnings issued for potential flash floods and runoff. Bangkok is also bracing for significant rainfall, with 70% of the area anticipated to be affected. The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that a monsoon trough is moving through Myanmar and…

  • Heavy rain, strong winds wreak havoc in Pattaya and Na Kluea

    Heavy rain, strong winds wreak havoc in Pattaya and Na Kluea

    Heavy rain and strong winds battered the coastal areas of Pattaya and Na Kluea today, causing significant damage to property and infrastructure. The Meteorological Department of Thailand predicted heavy rain in 80% of the area, focusing particularly on the Eastern region and Bangkok. Additionally, the Southern Andaman coast and the Gulf of Thailand were expected to experience waves up to…

  • Landslide warning issued at Khao Yai National Park

    Landslide warning issued at Khao Yai National Park

    A landslide warning has been issued at Khao Yai National Park due to heavy rain, causing soil and rocks to slide onto Thanarat Road. Park officials urge caution, especially near the waterfall. Heavy rainfall has led to a dangerous landslide situation at Khao Yai National Park, resulting in soil and rocks cascading down from over 100 metres high. Chaiya Huayhongthong,…

  • Mae Sot hit by severe flooding as Moei River overflows

    Mae Sot hit by severe flooding as Moei River overflows

    Heavy rainfall over the past four days in Mae Sot, Tak province has caused the Moei River to overflow, rising 1.2 metres above its banks and flooding multiple villages. Emergency services are working around the clock to assist affected residents. Continuous downpours in Mae Sot have led to significant flooding, impacting several communities. The Tha Sai Luat Subdistrict Municipality reported…

  • Heavy rain to batter 23 provinces in Thailand including Bangkok

    Heavy rain to batter 23 provinces in Thailand including Bangkok

    Heavy rain is expected to batter 23 provinces today, with Bangkok also facing a 70% chance of severe downpours. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warned of flash floods and forest runoffs, urging residents to stay alert and take precautions. TMD forecasts that the eastern and western regions of the northern part of Thailand will experience very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, the…

  • Heavy rainfall and high sea waves expected across Thailand

    Heavy rainfall and high sea waves expected across Thailand

    Monsoons have covered the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, leading to heavy rainfall in the north, east, and Bangkok. High sea waves are expected, and sailors are advised to exercise caution. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) weather forecast for the next 24 hours reveals a moderate southwest monsoon is currently covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf…

  • Thailand’s DNP boosts disaster readiness amid heavy rains

    Thailand’s DNP boosts disaster readiness amid heavy rains

    Natural Resources and Environment Minister Patcharawat Wongsuwan ordered the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation (DNP) to prepare for natural disasters, particularly flash floods and landslides. Emphasising the need for constant vigilance in tourist areas, he instructed that personnel and equipment be ready to assist the public 24/7. Patcharawat expressed concern for the public affected by heavy rains…

  • Thailand braces for heavy rain amid monsoon and storm warnings

    Thailand braces for heavy rain amid monsoon and storm warnings

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warned residents and holidaymakers to brace themselves for heavy rain over the next ten days, highlighting periods of reduced rainfall and times when heavy downpours are expected. A strong monsoon and a tropical storm on the horizon necessitate vigilance and monitoring. The TMD updated its daily cumulative rainfall forecast (every 24 hours: from 7am to…

  • Heavy rains trigger flash floods and mudslides in Ubon Ratchathani

    Heavy rains trigger flash floods and mudslides in Ubon Ratchathani

    Heavy rains battered Ubon Ratchathani throughout the night, causing flash floods and mudslides that damaged over 100 homes and swept away personal belongings. Early today, July 21, officials reported that the situation had stabilised but left significant damage behind. Relentless rain pounded Ubon Ratchathani province overnight, leading to flash floods and mudslides from the mountain ranges. This natural disaster inundated…

  • Heavy rainfall and flash flood warnings issued for 50 provinces

    Heavy rainfall and flash flood warnings issued for 50 provinces

    Heavy rainfall is expected across 50 provinces today, with 70% of these areas, including Bangkok, set to experience significant downpours. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns of potential flash floods and forest runoffs due to the weather conditions. The TMD forecasted the weather for the next 24 hours, noting that a monsoon trough is passing over the upper northern and…

  • Thailand braces for heavy rainfall and flash floods in 51 provinces

    Thailand braces for heavy rainfall and flash floods in 51 provinces

    The Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a weather warning for 51 provinces, including Bangkok, forecasting heavy rainfall and advising caution against flash floods and forest runoffs. Today, the TMD predicts strong monsoons will sweep through the upper northern and northeastern regions, impacting the pressure systems over the northern South China Sea. The monsoon’s force, covering the Andaman Sea, southern regions,…

  • Floods disrupt Khon Kaen, submerging homes across two districts

    Floods disrupt Khon Kaen, submerging homes across two districts

    Floodwaters have inundated Khon Kaen province, particularly affecting the districts of Mancha Khiri and Ban Phai, with the intense rainfall submerging homes up to their roofs. Route 2062 in Mancha Khiri, near the Suan Mon area of the Suan Mon sub-district, today, July 17, was submerged due to overflow from the Chi Rong Canal, extending for over 300 metres. Additionally,…