Meteorology Dept warns of heavy rain, flood risk in Thai provinces

Thairath•Society•11d ago

Reader Briefing

The Meteorological Department has issued its third warning, detailing provinces susceptible to severe rain, flash floods, and landslides, while also advising caution for maritime activities.

•The Meteorological Department has issued its third weather warning for strong winds and heavy rainfall.
•Several provinces in the Western South, Western Central, and Eastern regions are at high risk of severe rain and potential flooding.
•Typhoon Bavi in the Pacific is causing stronger southwest monsoons impacting Thailand, although it will not directly hit the country.

Overview

•On July 9, 2026, the Meteorological Department announced a warning about strong winds and heavy rainfall.
•From July 10-15, 2026, the southwest monsoon will be strong, causing high waves in the Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand.
•From July 11-14, 2026, specific provinces are warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall, posing risks of flash floods and landslides.
•Residents in flood-prone areas, especially near waterways and on hillsides, are urged to be cautious due to the risk of flash floods and landslides.
•Small boats are advised to remain onshore between July 11-14, 2026, due to rough seas.
•Typhoon Bavi in the Pacific is expected to move towards Taiwan and China between July 11–12, 2026.
•Typhoon Bavi will indirectly cause the southwest monsoon over Thailand to intensify.
•The public is advised to monitor announcements from the Meteorological Department and plan their activities accordingly for safety.

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Key Quotes

กรมอุตุนิยมวิทยา (Meteorological Department)

"The public in affected areas should be wary of dangers from heavy to very heavy rain and accumulated rainfall, which may cause flash floods and landslides."

ขอให้ประชาชนในบริเวณดังกล่าวระวังอันตรายจากฝนตกหนักถึงหนักมากและฝนที่ตกสะสม ซึ่งอาจทำให้เกิดน้ำท่วมฉับพลันและน้ำป่าไหลหลาก

กรมอุตุนิยมวิทยา (Meteorological Department)

"Small boats should refrain from leaving the shore during the specified period."

ขอให้เรือเล็กควรงดออกจากฝั่งในช่วงวันดังกล่าวไว้ด้วย

Key Entities

Organization

Meteorological Department(กรมอุตุฯ)ℹ️

The Thai government agency responsible for issuing weather forecasts and warnings.