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Heavy rain warning issued for 40 Thai provinces on May 17
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The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather warning for today, forecasting heavy rainfall across 40 provinces, including Bangkok and surrounding areas. A strong southwest monsoon affecting the upper Andaman Sea is driving the conditions, with rain expected to cover 60% of affected regions.
Key facts
- Thailand water reserves drop to 39% as floods loom
- The forecast runs from 6am today to 6am tomorrow.
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- 3 magnitude quake strikes off Miyagi coast
- Thai Met warns 35 provinces of heavy rain, flash floods
- Swedish man reports over 100,000 baht stolen by Pattaya transwomen
Summary
Residents are advised to watch out for flash floods and overflow, particularly near mountains, waterways, and low-lying areas. Health precautions are also recommended during the period of changing conditions.
In the upper Andaman Sea, waves are expected to reach 2 to 3 metres, with thunderstorm areas seeing waves exceeding three metres. The lower Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand will see waves of 1 to 2 metres, rising higher during storms. Mariners should navigate with care and avoid stormy areas, while small boats in the upper Andaman Sea are advised to stay ashore, reported KhaoSod.