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Nationwide Rain Expected: 60-80% Chance, Flash Flood Warning

Nationwide Rain Expected: 60-80% Chance, Flash Flood Warning

Matichon•General•2h ago

Reader Briefing

Thailand braces for widespread rain with a 60-80% probability today, accompanied by warnings of flash floods and strong winds.

  • •The Meteorological Department forecasts 60-80% chance of rain across Thailand today, with heavy to very heavy rainfall in certain regions.
  • •Strong southwestern monsoon winds are contributing to the adverse weather conditions.
  • •Residents are urged to be cautious of flash floods and landslides, particularly in low-lying and mountainous areas.
  • •Rough seas are expected in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, with small boats advised to stay ashore in the upper Andaman Sea.

Overview

  • •Today, July 1, the Meteorological Department forecasts weather for the next 24 hours.
  • •The Meteorological Department warns of heavy to very heavy rain and accumulated rainfall, potentially causing flash floods and landslides.
  • •The heavy rainfall is due to a strong southwestern monsoon and a low-pressure area.
  • •Rainfall is expected to cover 60-80% of the country.
  • •The public is advised to be vigilant of flash floods and landslides, especially in specific geographical areas.
  • •Seas in the upper Andaman Sea will have waves 2-3 meters high, and over 3 meters in areas with thunderstorms.
  • •Small boats in the upper Andaman Sea are advised to refrain from leaving the shore due to rough seas.
  • •Forecasts indicate 70% chance of thunderstorms in many regions, with some experiencing heavy rain.

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Key Entities

Organization

Thai Meteorological Department(กรมอุตุนิยมวิทยา)ℹ️
The issuing authority for weather forecasts and warnings in Thailand.

Place

Thailand(ประเทศไทย)ℹ️
The country experiencing widespread rainfall and potential weather hazards.
Andaman Sea(ทะเลอันดามัน)ℹ️
A body of water where strong winds and rough seas are forecast.
Gulf of Thailand(อ่าวไทย)ℹ️
A body of water where strong winds and rough seas are forecast.
Eastern Region(ภาคตะวันออก)ℹ️
A region of Thailand experiencing heavy to very heavy rainfall.
Western coast of Southern Thailand(ภาคใต้ฝั่งตะวันตก)
A region of Thailand experiencing heavy to very heavy rainfall.
Northern Thailand(ภาคเหนือ)ℹ️
A region of Thailand where a monsoon trough is passing over.
Laos(ประเทศลาว)ℹ️
A neighboring country where a monsoon trough is passing over its northern part.
Vietnam(ประเทศเวียดนาม)ℹ️
A country where a low-pressure area is located over its northern part, contributing to current weather events.