Phuket Governor warns of possible flash floods, ongoing high winds

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Phuket Governor warns of possible flash floods, ongoing high winds

The Phuket News

 

 

PHUKET:-- Phuket Governor Plodthong has today (June 6) issued a warning of the possibility of flash floods and continuous high winds as a strong southwestern monsoon system crosses the Andaman Coast.

 

High winds have already brought down trees lining the airport runway road today after the monsoon system hit the island mid-afternoon.

 

The warning also comes following a meeting held yesterday (June 5) where Gov Norraphat urged the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), rescue workers and residents to be on alert for floods and strong winds, and urged people to pay attention to forthcoming weather forecasts.

 

Speaking at yesterday’s meeting, Gov Norraphat said, “The Phuket Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation were informed today that in the coming days a southwestern monsoon will cover the Andaman region and that provinces to be affected include Ranong, Phang Nga, Phuket, Trang, and Satun.

 

“People should beware of severe weather conditions and possible flash floods. All vehicles should proceed with caution, and as wave heights are expected to be between two-to-three metres, and higher within storm systems, small boats are advised to stay ashore.

 

“We have ordered district and local administration offices to notify residents and tourists of the weather warning. Officials are ready for any situations for 24 hours,” he added.

 

In addition, Director of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Center 18, Mr Chatchawan Betjasiriwong, told The Phuket News today (June 6), “During our meeting yesterday Gov Norraphat asked us to have equipment and staff ready and available 24 hours in case of any floods.

 

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[Stargeezr]

Don't plant the trees so close to the road. They will keep falling in the storms. 

  Simple planning really!

 

[sebastion]

Don't plant the trees so close to the road. They will keep falling in the storms. 
  Simple planning really!
 

Seriously? Look at the size of that tree. I'm sure it pre dates the airport and the road that runs along side it where the picture is taken.
It has even taken out the power lines that are 10 metres back from the road.
It's a very very old tree.

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[beechbum]

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Edited June 8, 2017 by beechbum
wrong thread

[Stargeezr]

Well cut down those old trees then if they are the ones taking out stuff lik power lines.

It will save money and ;power outages in the future.

Geezer

[stevenl]

As usual, Tuesday a warning for high seas and rains, Wednesday sunny, dry and a pleasant, slight breeze. Today looks the same.

[Felt 35]

A short look at windguru just now have no forecast indicating precipitation the coming week  ....good lets hope it hold.