The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a storm warning for 42 provinces across the northern and southern regions today. With 60% of the area expected to receive heavy rainfall, residents are cautioned against potential flash floods and rapid runoff. The warning is in effect until 6am tomorrow.

 

The south-westerly monsoon is currently covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, while an easterly and south-easterly wind is blowing over the lower northeastern region. This has resulted in heavy rainfall in some parts of the north, posing a threat to residents in the affected areas.

 

The accumulated rainfall could lead to sudden flash floods and rapid runoff, particularly in mountainous areas near water channels and in low-lying areas. Motorists are also urged to exercise caution when driving in areas experiencing thunderstorms.

For sea conditions in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, waves are about 1 metre high. In thunderstorm areas, wave heights are expected to range between 1 and 2 metres. Boat operators in these areas are advised to navigate with caution and avoid areas affected by thunderstorms, reported KhaoSod.

According to the weather forecast for Thailand from 6am today until 6am tomorrow, the northern region is expected to experience thunderstorms in 60% of the area, with some places likely to see heavy rainfall.

 

by Nattapong Westwood

Picture courtesy of Micah Tindell, Unsplash.

 

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Meanwhile I had to use an umbrella for the sun getting some water in Pattaya this morning at 8am !

How many more times are we gonna get this warning that has so far led to diddly squat??

Been reading these daily but Jomtien has hardly had any measurable rainfall the entire month of September. I know many Isaan provinces are getting plenty, but not down here Jom/Patts. Dry as a desert bone yet humid as hell. 

2 hours ago, RichardColeman said:

Meanwhile I had to use an umbrella for the sun getting some water in Pattaya this morning at 8am !

flip it over..might catch a few litres

Noting that we've received consistent daily rain throughout September [as of the 20th] up here already than most of July and August. From gazing at future forecasts, the rains will be substantial through mid-October [maybe]. 

 

Oddly enough, the klongs are full but the rivers are unusually low for this time of year.