Phang nga: Heavy rains lashed Phang Nga and Ranong provinces, prompting warnings issued via mobile phones on all networks to be vigilant for flooding and flash floods.

According to Thai News Agency, the heavy rainfall since last night in Phang Nga province has begun to affect several areas, particularly the Khao Lak tourist area. Flooding has occurred on Phetkasem Road near Nong Mun Takua, Khuk Khak subdistrict, Takua Pa district, with water levels reaching approximately 40 centimeters, making normal traffic impossible. The national disaster warning system has issued emergency alerts via all mobile phone networks, urging the public to be vigilant for flash floods, overflowing rivers, and landslides.

Mr. Damrong Chimthap, the District Chief of Takua Pa, inspected the scene and ordered relevant agencies to urgently drain water from the area. Heavy rainfall combined with high tides has disrupted the drainage system's planned capacity. At 11:23 AM, the National Disaster Warning System issued a warning via all mobile phone networks, stating that Mueang Phang Nga, Khura Buri, Takua Pa, and Thai Mueang districts were experiencing heavy rainfall, particularly Takua Pa district, which had accumulated over 150 millimeters of rain and was expected to continue. The public was urged to be vigilant for flooding, overflowing rivers, and landslides in areas along canals, waterways, low-lying areas, and hillsides. They were also advised to move belongings to higher ground, relocate vehicles, secure assets and important documents, exercise caution regarding electrical hazards, and closely monitor vulnerable groups.

Simultaneously, hotels and resorts in the Khao Lak tourist area have raised red flags on the beaches, strictly prohibiting tourists from swimming in the sea due to strong waves and unsafe sea conditions.

Furthermore, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has issued a warning about heavy rainfall in Kapoe District, where accumulated rainfall has exceeded 120 mm and continues. Residents are advised to be aware of the risk of flooding, overflowing rivers, and landslides in areas along canals, streams, low-lying areas, and on slopes. It is recommended to move belongings to higher ground, relocate vehicles, secure valuables and important documents, and take precautions against electric shock. Special care should also be taken for vulnerable groups.