A potent storm system is causing widespread destruction across 54 provinces in Thailand, prompting a warning from the Thai Meteorological Department. The southern region is bearing the brunt of this weather event, with a staggering 80% of the area experiencing heavy rainfall. Even the capital city, Bangkok, is not spared, and residents are being advised to stay vigilant against sudden floods and runoff from forests.
This storm system is currently moving through the northern and northeastern regions, heading towards a low-pressure area in the Gulf of Tangjia. It is accompanied by a strong southwestern monsoon, which continues to blow across the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. This combination has led to substantial rainfall in various parts of the northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and southern regions, including torrential downpours in certain areas of the western southern region.
Residents in these affected areas are being cautioned about the risks associated with heavy torrential rain and accumulated precipitation, which could result in abrupt flooding and forest runoff. Particularly, people living in hillside areas near waterways and low-lying regions, as well as those traveling through these areas, should remain alert for thunderstorms during this period.
The northeastern region is expected to witness thunderstorms in approximately 70% of its area, with heavy rain in some parts. Temperature-wise, the lows will range between 23-26 degrees Celsius, while the highs will be between 33-36 degrees Celsius. The wind will be variable, blowing at speeds of 10-25 km/h.
