Flood and weather warnings have been issued for 14 provinces, as well as the capital, Phnom Penh.

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On October 25, 2021, the Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology released a weather notification, confirming the possibility of floods in 14 Cambodian capitals and provinces.

 

The risk scenario in Phnom Penh, Prey Veng, Svay Rieng, Kandal, Takeo, Kampong Speu, Kampong Chhnang, Pursat, and Kampong Thom was described in the statement.

 

An active low pressure system in the South China Sea is expected to develop into a depression or typhoon on October 25, 2021, and hit southern Vietnam on October 27, 2021.

 

This will then reach Cambodia's southern region.

The weather in Cambodia from October 27 to 28, 2021 will be as follows, according to the forecast:

 

1: Lowlands: Cloudy sky with moderate to severe rain and flooding in Phnom Penh, Prey Veng, Svay Rieng, Kandal, Takeo, Kampong Speu, and Kampong Chhnang. Provinces of Pursat and Kampong Thom.

 

2. Dangrek Plateau and Cardamom Mountains: Mondul is experiencing cloudy sky with moderate to heavy rain, strong gusts, and flooding. Provinces of Kiri, Tbong Khmum, and Kampong Cham.

 

3. Coastal areas: Flooding is expected in Kampot and Sihanoukville provinces due to mostly cloudy sky and moderate to heavy rain coupled with gusts. On the sea surface, there will be rain, wind, and big waves.

 

Due to the aforementioned meteorological circumstances, the general public should be aware and use particular caution to avoid any potential incidents.

 

The Ministry of Water Resources and Meteorology has been keeping a careful eye on this natural occurrence and will provide additional information if climatic change occurs.

 

Credit Source: Khmer Times