Meteorological Department issues announcement number 1, warning of heavy to very heavy rain.

Bangkok: Meteorological Department Warning announcement number 1 regarding heavy to very heavy rain in Thailand. and strong waves in the Andaman Sea Meteorological Department Revealed that during 20 - 23 May 2024, the southwest winds that blow over the Andaman Sea, Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand will be stronger. In addition, during 22 - 26 May 2024, there will be a low pressure area covering the Mataban Bay area. Myanmar and tends to increase in strength This characteristic causes Thailand to have more rain and heavy rain in some places. There will be very heavy rain in some areas in the western part of the northern and central regions. and southern west coast People in Thailand are asked to be careful of the dangers of heavy to very heavy rain and accumulated rain that may cause flash floods. and flash floods Especially mountain slopes, near waterways and low-lying areas. Including increasing caution when traveling through areas with thunderstorms. Wind waves in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand will be stronger during 21 - 26 May 2024, with waves 2 - 3 meters high in the upper Andaman Sea. In areas with thunderstorms, waves higher than 3 meters. In the sea The lower Andaman has waves about 2 meters high. In areas with thunderstorms, waves are more than 2 meters high. In the Gulf of Thailand, waves are about 1 meter high. Waves are 1 - 2 meters high off shore. In areas with thunderstorms, waves are more than 2 meters high. Boaters in the area The upper Andaman Sea should refrain from sailing. As for boaters in the lower Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, they should navigate with caution and avoid sailing in areas prone to thunderstorms. Therefore, people are asked to follow announcements from the Meteorological Department closely. Therefore, people are asked to follow announcements from the Meteorological Department. And you can follow the information on the Meteorological Department website. http://www.tmd.go.th Or the weather forecast hotline 1182 available 24 hours a day Source: Thai News A gency