Major Storm Won't Hit Thailand Like in 2011, official confirms

[webfact]

 

The Disaster Relief Operation Centre has addressed rumours circulating on social media about an impending storm of similar magnitude to the one in 2011. Officials clarified the current weather conditions and upcoming forecasts.

 

On 27th September 2024, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, advisor to the Prime Minister and spokesperson for the Disaster Relief Operation Centre, spoke about the rumours that a typhoon stronger than Typhoon Yagi would hit Vietnam, cross Laos, and cause severe flooding in Bangkok, doubling the impact of the 2011 floods.

 

Mr. Jirayu stated that the centre had verified the information with the Meteorological Department and other relevant agencies. He confirmed that no major storm is expected to impact Thailand within the specified timeframe. The only tropical storm identified is named CIMARON, forming in the Pacific Ocean and heading towards southern Japan, where it is expected to weaken significantly and not affect Thailand.

 

The current rainfall in Thailand is attributed to a cold air mass from China that has spread across the region. This will initially increase rainfall but will eventually lead to a transition from the rainy season to the early winter period in Thailand.

Regarding flood relief efforts, Mr. Jirayu stated that the Prime Minister has urged relevant agencies to expedite compensation payments to affected residents. Reports from the Ministry of Interior indicate that initial compensation will be distributed to flood victims in the provinces of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Lampang within the week. This initial relief aims to alleviate the immediate suffering of the affected populations, reported Khaosod.

 

For more severe damages, such as completely destroyed homes, compensation of 230,000 THB will be provided per household. For fatalities, families will receive 50,000 THB in aid.

 

"The Disaster Relief Operation Centre has been instructed to hasten the disbursement of compensation as per the Prime Minister's directives, ensuring that relief reaches those in need quickly and in compliance with relevant regulations and laws. Quick assistance is a top priority for the government," Mr. Jirayu concluded.

 

Picture courtesy: Khaosod

 

-- 2024-09-27

 

[motdaeng]

if they say so ... that's a relief ...

[ikke1959]

Japan is far away.. Maybe also warnings  for the storms and typhoons in the Caribbean????

[Tropicalevo]

46 minutes ago, webfact said:

He confirmed that no major storm is expected to impact Thailand within the specified timeframe.

 

46 minutes ago, webfact said:

The current rainfall in Thailand is attributed to a cold air mass from China that has spread across the region. This will initially increase rainfall but will eventually lead to a transition from the rainy season to the early winter period in Thailand.

So, no major storm but increased rainfall.

That's a relief.

[Moncul]

How very reassuring.

Chiang Mai river height 2011: 4.90m

Chiang Mai river height 2024: 4.93m

Where would we be without these experts?

😁

[vivananahuahin]

Once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, must be the truth.

[John Drake]

Once again, the Shins have mismanaged flood prevention.

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Mr. Jirayu stated that the centre had verified the information with the Meteorological Department and other relevant agencies. He confirmed that no major storm is expected to impact Thailand within the specified timeframe.

Hope this isn't going to be a Michael Fish moment.

[hotchilli]

55 minutes ago, John Drake said:

Once again, the Shins have mismanaged flood prevention.

Lets face it he has been busy, fighting off a life threatening condition, luncheons in CM with government officials, home meetings to get his daughter the top spot etc etc.