Landslide and Flash Flood Warning Issued for 35 Provinces and 248 Districts Across Thailand

Heavy rainfall caused by Typhoon Kajiki and the strong southwest monsoon has led to a landslide and flash flood warning issued by the Department of Mineral Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, for 35 provinces and 248 districts nationwide. The warning covers a period of August 24-28, 2025, and affects high-risk areas in various regions across Thailand.

Key Takeaways:

• The Department of Mineral Resources has issued a warning for 35 provinces and 248 districts nationwide due to heavy rainfall caused by Typhoon Kajiki and the strong southwest monsoon.
• The warning covers a period of August 24-28, 2025, and affects high-risk areas in various regions across Thailand, including the northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and southern regions.
• The warning includes specific provinces such as Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, Phrae, Lampang, Lamphun, Uttaradit, Sukhothai, and Phitsanulok in the northern region.
• The public is advised to monitor rainfall levels, hillsides, low-lying areas, and waterways, and to avoid crossing waterways and watch for unusual signs, such as turbid water or debris.
• The Department of Mineral Resources provides advice to the volunteer network and the public on how to respond to the warning, including scheduling 24-hour watchmen and having emergency equipment ready.
• The warning is issued for the safety of the public, and it is essential to evacuate to a safe area immediately if a warning is issued.

Statistics:

• 35 provinces are under warning due to heavy rainfall.
• 248 districts are at risk of landslides and flash floods.
• The warning covers a period of 5 days (August 24-28, 2025).
• Accumulated rainfall exceeding 100 mm per 24 hours poses a risk of landslides.

Sources:

• Thai News Agency, August 24, 2025
• Department of Mineral Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment