Bangkok:The government has issued warnings about increased rainfall from October 5 to 7, focusing on areas such as Pattaya, southern Thailand, and eastern Thailand.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ekkapop Pienpises, the Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, communicated the weather situation at a press conference. The Joint Information and Communication Center highlighted that upper Thailand will experience increased rainfall, particularly in the North, Central, and Western regions, including Bangkok and its surrounding areas. Residents are advised to be alert for thunderstorms and lightning, transitioning to a new rainy season. The Nowcast system predicts heavy rainfall in Pattaya this afternoon.
The Meteorological Department's forecast for October 5-7 suggests scattered thunderstorms across the country, with warnings about lightning strikes. Rain will spread from the northeastern region to the central region, including Bangkok, and continue to the western areas before subsiding. Another wave of rainfall is expected between October 11-13, with heavy rains anticipated in western and northern Thailand.
The National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Center has instructed southern provinces and the 4th Army Region to prepare for potential disasters. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation is mobilizing resources, urging the public to monitor government updates closely.
Meteorological models warn of a "rain bomb" in Pattaya, with heavy rain potentially causing flooding in low-lying areas. Water levels in Sirikit and Bhumibol dams in the north remain stable, while water flow from Nakhon Sawan to the central region has decreased. The Chao Phraya River levels remain below flood barriers due to controlled water releases.
In the western region, dams in Kanchanaburi and Phetchaburi are releasing water to manage excess capacity. Water levels in the Mae Klong River are maintained below the riverbanks. In the eastern region, water levels are receding, flowing into Chachoengsao province, where vigilance is advised along riverbanks.
The southern region faces continuous heavy rain warnings, with potential flash floods and runoff risks. Residents in Chachoengsao, Pathum Thani, and areas from Phetchaburi to the South are advised to stay alert.
In Bangkok, the Royal Irrigation Department reports that water released from the Chao Phraya Dam has not raised river levels, allowing normal drainage and easing flood conditions. Traffic in affected areas, like Keha Rom Klao, has returned to normal.
The Prime Minister's spokesperson assured that agencies are working together to monitor and manage the situation, with daily updates provided by the Joint Flood Situation Information Center. The public is encouraged to stay informed through government channels.