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Flash Floods and Landslides Warning Issued Across Thailand

Strategic Insights

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A warning has been issued across 52 provinces in Thailand to prepare for flash floods, forest run-off, landslides, and flooding from May 23 to 27. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has been monitoring weather conditions in conjunction with the Thai Meteorological Department's announcement of a stronger southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand.

The heavy rainfall is expected to cause flash floods, landslides, and urban flooding, especially in areas where reservoirs are over 80% capacity. The National Water Resources Office has issued a notice to watch for these conditions. The following regions are on alert: Northern Thailand, Northeast Thailand, Central Thailand, and Southern Thailand. Provinces in these regions have been advised to stay vigilant and take precautions according to official guidelines.

Key Takeaways:

  • 52 provinces in Thailand have been warned to prepare for flash floods, forest run-off, landslides, and flooding from May 23 to 27.
  • The Central Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Directorate has been monitoring weather conditions in conjunction with the Thai Meteorological Department's announcement of a stronger southwest monsoon.
  • The National Water Resources Office has issued a notice to watch for flash floods, landslides, and urban flooding, especially in areas where reservoirs are over 80% capacity.
  • 24 provinces in Northern Thailand, 10 provinces in Northeast Thailand, 7 provinces in Central Thailand, and 9 provinces in Southern Thailand are on the warning list.
  • Medium and small reservoirs holding over 80% capacity in 19 provinces require close monitoring.
  • Emergency machinery and crisis response teams (ERT) are on standby to assist affected residents immediately.
  • Residents in at-risk areas are advised to continuously monitor government-issued weather updates and take precautions according to official guidelines.

Statistics:

  • 52 provinces in Thailand are under warning for flash floods, forest run-off, landslides, and flooding.
  • 24 provinces in Northern Thailand are on the warning list.
  • 10 provinces in Northeast Thailand are on the warning list.
  • 7 provinces in Central Thailand are on the warning list.
  • 9 provinces in Southern Thailand are on the warning list.
  • 19 provinces have medium and small reservoirs holding over 80% capacity that require close monitoring.
  • Emergency machinery and crisis response teams (ERT) are on standby to assist 52 provinces.

Sources:

  • Thai Meteorological Department (TMD)
  • National Water Resources Office
  • Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM)
  • The Thai Post
  • Bangkok Post
  • KhaoSod

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