Storms Cause Widespread Damage in Mae Sai, Chiang Rai

Reports on the severe summer storm hitting Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai, detailing the widespread damage caused by strong winds and rain.

Details of the storm's impact, including vendors unable to collect goods, scattered belongings, and fallen branches causing power outages.

Large trees were uprooted, damaging a police station's reporting center and nearby shops. The Doi Wao viewpoint also suffered damage, with windows broken and a Buddha statue tilted.

The road leading to the Mae Sai-Chiang Khong border crossing was littered with debris. Vendors struggled to secure their belongings. A communication tower also fell, hitting power lines.

Authorities are working to clear debris, reopen roads, and repair the electrical system.

Summer storms also hit Phayao, particularly Chiang Kham, causing heavy rain, strong winds, and hail, damaging dozens of homes and blocking roads.

The Meteorological Department warns of potential heavy rain and strong winds in the northern region, advising caution due to unpredictable weather.

Chiang Khan, Loei, experienced heavy rain, strong winds, and hail, described as the first rain of the season, though no significant damage was reported.

An archaeological dig in Nakhon Ratchasima uncovered ancient Khmer artifacts. During the excavation, a local woman began crying uncontrollably and spoke of not wanting to be taken away.

The excavation, led by the Fine Arts Department, is focused on a sandstone temple structure and a large ancient reservoir. The site is estimated to be 800-1,000 years old.

A local woman, who saw news on TikTok, became distressed at the dig site, crying and speaking in a voice described as not her own.

The Deputy Director-General of the Fine Arts Department stated the excavation is for data collection and analysis before restoration planning. Information signs will be erected.

A truck carrying wood caught fire on the side of the road in Nakhon Nayok. The fire started from the wheel, likely due to tire issues.

The driver explained he stopped due to a tire issue and was preparing to change it when the fire started. He was asleep when police alerted him.

A car caught fire in the parking lot at viewpoint Km. 30 in Khao Yai, Nakhon Ratchasima. The fire spread rapidly, possibly due to engine overheating.

The car owner stated they had driven from Kamphaeng Phet and stopped to take photos when smoke appeared from the hood, followed by flames. They escaped unharmed.