Thailand braces for heavy rain and high waves over next three days

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in various regions of Thailand, which will occur from today through the next three days.

A moderate monsoon trough will traverse the lower northern, lower northeastern, central, eastern, and southern parts of the country, moving into a strong low-pressure system over the central South China Sea.

This weather pattern, combined with moderate southwestern monsoon winds over the Andaman Sea, the south, the east, and the Gulf of Thailand, is expected to result in significant rainfall. Areas including Bangkok and its surroundings are likely to be affected.

Increased wave activity is also forecasted. Waves in the Andaman Sea are predicted to reach 2 to 3 metres, with stormy areas experiencing waves over 3 metres. The upper Gulf of Thailand will see waves of approximately 2 metres, with higher waves in regions experiencing thunderstorms. Mariners are advised to proceed with caution due to these conditions.

Additionally, the TMD has noted the presence of Tropical Storm Shanshan over southern Kansai, Japan. While this storm will not affect Thailand’s weather, travellers are encouraged to stay informed about the changing weather conditions, reported Pattaya News.

In related news, flash floods and the Yom River have severely damaged a road in Wang Yai, Sukhothai, causing a 300-metre section to collapse and submerging thousands of acres of farmland. Officials are actively working to assist.

The flooding situation in Sukhothai has seen some areas beginning to improve, with water levels in the Yom River receding slightly. However, residents of Moo 6, Wang Yai subdistrict, Si Samrong district remain on high alert.

In other news, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt took charge as floodwaters loom large, inspecting vital levee repairs and boosting confidence in the city’s flood defence strategy.

Chadchart, accompanied by Deputy Governor Wisanu Supsompol and top officials from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) Drainage and Sewerage Department, conducted a crucial inspection of flood levee repairs along the Chao Phraya River in Yannawa district last Wednesday, August 28.