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  • Thai government readies against El Niño impact with daily monitoring centre

    Thai government readies against El Niño impact with daily monitoring centre

    The government is preparing to set up a daily monitoring centre and formulate contingency plans to counter the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon, according to Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. In a meeting held yesterday, the committee responsible for weather phenomena monitoring, chaired by Phumtham, also deliberated on the reallocation of funds from major investment projects which haven’t…

  • Rainy rampage: Flash floods turn northern Thailand province upside down

    Rainy rampage: Flash floods turn northern Thailand province upside down

    Heavy rain and flash floods have wreaked havoc in two districts, five sub-districts and 31 villages in Phrae Province, Thailand. Rampu Chantapatu, the Assistant Head of the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office in Phrae, reported that the torrential downpour caused flash floods, inundating local homes and agricultural areas. However, no injuries or fatalities have been reported. Affected areas in Wang…

  • Bangkok Governor warns residents near Chao Phraya River of potential floods due to unexpected storm

    Bangkok Governor warns residents near Chao Phraya River of potential floods due to unexpected storm

    Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt issued an alert for communities living near the Chao Phraya River to be on guard against high water levels due to the storm surge effect at around 7pm today. The 57 year old city chief revealed at Bangkok City Hall that the volume of seawater was significantly higher than forecasted, leading to a 30% surge in…

  • Tak’s rising waters put dams at risk, residents urged to seek high ground

    Tak’s rising waters put dams at risk, residents urged to seek high ground

    Severe rainfall in Tak province caused a mass influx of water into reservoirs, exceeding their storage capacity and raising concerns over potential dam breaches. The deputy governor has ordered immediate action to prevent further erosion and expansion due to Tak flooding, urging residents to quickly move their belongings to higher ground. Heavy rainfall in Tak province today resulted in a…

  • Severe flooding in Nakhon Ratchasima sparks fears of 1980 disaster repeat

    Severe flooding in Nakhon Ratchasima sparks fears of 1980 disaster repeat

    Torrential rains triggered severe flooding in Nakhon Ratchasima causing residents to hastily evacuate their homes. The situation has raised concerns of a repeat of the devastating floods of 1980. The Thai authorities are closely monitoring the situation, especially in the Lam Takhong area. Khao Yai National Park Head, Chaiya Huay Hongs Thong, reported that the depression storm has led to…

  • Thai-dal wave: 80% of Thailand soaked as intense rainfall reigns

    Thai-dal wave: 80% of Thailand soaked as intense rainfall reigns

    Intense rainfall is expected to continue across 49 provinces in Thailand, with a staggering 80% of the area predicted to be affected, including the capital, Bangkok. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued this warning today, urging citizens to be cautious of potential flash floods and landslides, particularly in open areas and under large trees. A powerful monsoon trough is forecasted…

  • Dams draining, Ubon drowning: PM voices dual flooding woes in Thailand

    Dams draining, Ubon drowning: PM voices dual flooding woes in Thailand

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin voiced concerns regarding the diminishing water levels in major reservoirs and dams across the nation, even as the province of Ubon Ratchathani endures severe flooding. The prime minister, accompanied by the agriculture minister, Captain Thammanat Prompow, was apprised of the situation at the Royal Irrigation Department (RID) on Wednesday. In the briefing, the 61 year old…

  • Prachin Buri villages soaked as forest stream’s overflow leads to distress in central Thailand

    Prachin Buri villages soaked as forest stream’s overflow leads to distress in central Thailand

    Rapid rainfall across Prachin Buri province in central Thailand caused a forest stream from Thap Lan National Park to overflow into Khlong Lam Phaya Than, resulting in the flooding of five villages. It has been reported that residents are greatly distressed by the event, and schools have been ordered to close for one day. The stream, originating between Wang Nam…

  • Bangkok braces for wet woes: Governor rallies to tackle flood fury

    Bangkok braces for wet woes: Governor rallies to tackle flood fury

    Heavy rainfall last night in Lat Krabang and Bang Khen prompted Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt to establish six rallying points to tackle flood-prone areas around the clock. He urged citizens to plan their travel and return home early. This action was inspired by the rainfall recorded in the Bang Na and Phra Khanong areas yesterday, September 27 which lasted for…

  • Tropical storm drenches northeast Thailand but pumps come to the rescue

    Tropical storm drenches northeast Thailand but pumps come to the rescue

    A tropical storm has swept across northeast Thailand, causing the Mun River to rise, and flooding local communities. In response, the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department hastened to set up water pumps to draw rainwater back into the river, lessening the impact of the floods. Two districts have been affected, forcing residents from 15 communities, totalling 200 households, and 684…

  • Rain reigns in Thailand: TMD’s 10th warning as heavy rainfall soaks the nation

    Rain reigns in Thailand: TMD’s 10th warning as heavy rainfall soaks the nation

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued its 10th heavy rainfall warning, highlighting many areas across the country at risk. The announcement comes in response to a strong low-pressure area covering the northeastern region and a monsoon trough passing over northern Thailand. These conditions are expected to cause heavy rain in the north, northeast, and central, including Bangkok and nearby provinces,…

  • Rain reigns in Khon Kaen: Pumps pump out the flood

    Rain reigns in Khon Kaen: Pumps pump out the flood

    Heavy rains in Khon Kaen triggered a swift response from emergency services, with seven water pumps set up in flood-prone areas to efficiently drain the excess water. The local authorities are confident in their ability to manage the high water volumes in Bueng Kaen Nakhon and Bueng Thung Sang. Essential manpower and equipment are on standby to aid those affected around…

  • Stormy skies ahead: TMD warns of widespread rain havoc

    Stormy skies ahead: TMD warns of widespread rain havoc

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a storm warning today, with torrential rain predicted across 41 provinces, including Bangkok. Some 60% of these regions are expected to be significantly affected. The public is urged to remain vigilant for possible flash floods and forest runoffs. The weather warning for the next 24 hours indicates the remnants of a storm sweeping across…

  • El Niño effect forecasted to lower Thai rice production in 2023-24

    El Niño effect forecasted to lower Thai rice production in 2023-24

    The Agricultural Economics Office of the Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry in Thailand forecasted a decline in rice production for the 2023-24 harvest season. The expected drop is approximately 871,000 tonnes, a decrease of 3.27%, totalling 25.8 million tonnes. This significant decrease is primarily due to the effects of the El Niño weather phenomenon. Deputy Secretary-General of the Agricultural Economics Department,…

  • Bangkok’s stormy wake-up call: Governor urges preparedness as capital weathers surprises

    Bangkok’s stormy wake-up call: Governor urges preparedness as capital weathers surprises

    Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt urged the city to be on high alert after storms hit the capital this week resulting in a number of unexpected incidents such as tree collapses, power outages, and flooding. This includes mobilising vehicles from various districts to facilitate the transportation of citizens in risk-prone areas. The command centre reported heavy rainfall yesterday in the Bang…

  • Shaky start: Chiang Rai rumbles with four earthquakes, but no harm done

    Shaky start: Chiang Rai rumbles with four earthquakes, but no harm done

    Chiang Rai, a northern province in Thailand, experienced four minor earthquakes this morning, the most powerful registering a magnitude of 3.6. According to the Earthquake Observation Division of the Thai Meteorological Department, no damage or casualties have been reported. The initial tremor, with a magnitude of 3.6, was detected at 12.45am under tambon Dong Mada in the Mae Lao district.…

  • Loei’s watery woes: Torrential rain drowns 60 homes and more

    Loei’s watery woes: Torrential rain drowns 60 homes and more

    Relentless downpours over the past week have led to extensive flooding in Loei province, northeastern Thailand, submerging more than 60 residences, agricultural land, government structures, and even a central sports field. The continuous precipitation has triggered the overflow of numerous tributaries, with particular emphasis on the Loei River, the province’s primary watercourse. While water levels in the Loei River have…

  • Storm warning issued for 42 Thai provinces under deluge threat

    Storm warning issued for 42 Thai provinces under deluge threat

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a storm warning for 42 provinces across the northern and southern regions today. With 60% of the area expected to receive heavy rainfall, residents are cautioned against potential flash floods and rapid runoff. The warning is in effect until 6am tomorrow. The south-westerly monsoon is currently covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf…

  • Thai weather alert: Monsoon brings heavy rain and thunderstorms across the nation

    Thai weather alert: Monsoon brings heavy rain and thunderstorms across the nation

    An intense Thai weather monsoon, accompanied by low atmospheric pressure, is forecasted to sweep across the northern and upper northeastern regions of Thailand and extend its reach to the upper shores of Vietnam. The western monsoon is also expected to cover the Andaman Sea, lower northeastern region, central region, eastern region, southern region, and the Gulf of Thailand, causing continuous…

  • Monsoon mayhem: TMD forecasts heavy rains for 51 provinces, including Bangkok

    Monsoon mayhem: TMD forecasts heavy rains for 51 provinces, including Bangkok

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning for heavy rains caused by monsoons affecting 51 provinces across the country, including Bangkok, with 70% of the areas expected to be hit hard. The warning, issued today, September 18, forecasts continuous rain for the next 24 hours due to a moderate monsoon trough passing through the northern and upper northeastern regions. The…

  • Rain reigns: Severe weather warning blankets 43 Thai provinces with flood fear

    Rain reigns: Severe weather warning blankets 43 Thai provinces with flood fear

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued a severe weather warning for 43 provinces in Thailand, with heavy continuous rain, affecting 80% of the area in the north and northeast regions, including Bangkok. This sudden rainfall could potentially cause flash flooding and forest runoffs. The storm is caused by a strong monsoon trough passing through Myanmar, the upper part of northern Thailand,…

  • El Niño’s unexpected twist: Industries in hot water as mining and livestock hit hard

    El Niño’s unexpected twist: Industries in hot water as mining and livestock hit hard

    El Niño’s weather anomaly is triggering a ripple effect on industries beyond just agriculture with mining and livestock sectors also feeling the pinch. This is according to a new study by the Trade Policy and Strategy Office, which warns that the phenomenon may lead to a surge in prices for consumer goods, energy, and inflation, compounded by an increase in…

  • Heavy rainfall warning for north, northeast, central and east Thailand

    Heavy rainfall warning for north, northeast, central and east Thailand

    The Thai Meteorological Department warns of heavy rainfall today, covering 70-80% of the regions in the north, northeast, central, east, and Bangkok areas. An intense monsoon trough is passing over Myanmar and Northern Laos, moving into a low-pressure area over northern Vietnam and the Gulf of Tonkin. This, combined with a moderate southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea, Thailand,…

  • Thai man rescued after being stranded by flood for 14 hours

    Thai man rescued after being stranded by flood for 14 hours

    The authorities successfully rescued a Thai man stranded by a flash flood for over 14 hours in the Isaan province of Kalasin. On September 7, locals discovered a Thai man holding a tree in the middle of the flood and reported the discovery to the Department of Disaster and Mitigation of the Kuchinarai district of Kalasin. The man was later identified…

  • Severe thunderstorms warning issued for 41 Thai provinces: potential floods threaten residents

    Severe thunderstorms warning issued for 41 Thai provinces: potential floods threaten residents

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for severe thunderstorms across 41 provinces today. Northern and northeastern regions are expected to be the hardest hit, with 80% of these areas expected to experience heavy rainfall. This downpour may lead to sudden flooding, posing danger to residents, particularly those residing in mountainous areas, near water flow paths and in low-lying…

  • Flash floods in Mae Hong Son cause havoc, woman missing

    Flash floods in Mae Hong Son cause havoc, woman missing

    Thailand has been battered with extreme weather this year, from severe droughts to massive storms leading to rough seas and flooding. Now, the northern province of Mae Hong Son is grappling with the aftermath of severe flash floods triggered by hours of relentless rainfall. A village in Tambon Huai Pha of Muang district bore the brunt of the deluge, with…

  • Thai weather forecast: Heavy rain, storms, trouble brewing – stay vigilant

    Thai weather forecast: Heavy rain, storms, trouble brewing – stay vigilant

    The Thai Meteorological Department warned today there will be heavy rain and thunderstorms, affecting 60% to 80% of areas in Thailand. The public is urged to stay vigilant due to the potential dangers from heavy and accumulated rainfall that may lead to flash floods and forest run-off, particularly in hillside areas near waterways and low-lying areas. In the northern region,…

  • Flash flood rescue heroes: Kalasin’s disaster team saves tree-clinging locals in N.E. Thailand

    Flash flood rescue heroes: Kalasin’s disaster team saves tree-clinging locals in N.E. Thailand

    Kalasin’s Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office swiftly came to the aid of locals trapped by flash floods, stuck to trees for up to 14 hours in northeastern Thailand. The local government, led by Thanaset Chaisongkramthanatat, the Mayor of Kuchinarai, called on officials to stay alert and assist affected citizens. Ongoing rainfall has already resulted in flash floods across four…

  • Pouring woe: Thailand braces for heavy rain and rising tides

    Pouring woe: Thailand braces for heavy rain and rising tides

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) today issued a heavy to very heavy rain warning for most parts of Thailand. The announcement identified areas likely to be affected by sudden floods and flash floods. The southern region faces high sea waves, and citizens are urged to stay vigilant. The weather front, identified as a trough of low pressure, is moving north…

  • Thai weather update: Heavy rain and storms expected across multiple regions

    Thai weather update: Heavy rain and storms expected across multiple regions

    The Thai Meteorological Department warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall across Thailand and the potential for strong storms until September 6. The announcement further warns of flash floods and forest runoff, with high waves expected at sea on September 5. A strong monsoon trough is currently sweeping through the northern, northeastern, and upper central regions of Thailand, combined with a…