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Severe Flash Floods Hit Nan Province; Two Dead and Thousands Affected
Thairath•21:37•Disasters•
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A 'rain bomb' phenomenon triggered devastating flash floods in Nan province, causing widespread property damage and casualties.
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Heavy rainfall occurs via 'rain bomb' phenomenon over a short period.
Flash floods hit Pua district, causing massive property damage and sweeping away vehicles.
Water levels rise in Mueang Nan and Phu Phiang districts.
August 19, 2026: Water barriers at Ban Saeng Dao are breached; 19 communities are ordered to evacuate.
Two fatalities are confirmed: one in Tha Wang Pha and one bedridden patient in Pua.
August 20-23, 2026: Nan Hospital suspends non-emergency services.
Who & What's Involved
Nan Provincial AdministrationNan HospitalSawang Mongkol Sratthathammasathan Rescue Association (Phetchabun)Phetkasem FoundationGovernor ChainarongNews Anchor/Reporter
Topics
Flash FloodsRain BombEmergency EvacuationCasualtiesPublic Health Crisis
Locations
Nan ProvincePua DistrictMueang Nan DistrictPhu Phiang DistrictTha Wang Pha District