Phuket prepares for heavy rains, expected later this week

There will be downpours in many areas in Phuket and other provinces in the south from today until Friday, according to the TMD forecast.

By Nattha Thepbamrung and Kritsada Mueanhawong

 

  

Following the weather forecasts predicting downpours and strong waves from today (October 31) until the end of the week (November 3), Phuket Governor Plodthong chaired a meeting today involving all departments to get ready for possible flooding, especially in the areas prone to regular flooding when there’s heavy rain.

 

Phuket Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office Chief, Prapan Khanprasaeng, assured the Governor that the fast-response rescue team, machinery and all equipment are prepared to control the situation and take care of the victims.

 

Meanwhile, the Governor says that the heavy rain that can might bring flooding to the island until November 3 has been announced by the Thailand Meteorological Department (TMD). 

 

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