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Heavy rain in Phuket triggers flood and landslide warnings
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Thailand's Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued Cell Broadcast alerts warning residents in Mueang Phuket and Thalang districts of possible flash floods and landslides as heavy rain continues across the two areas.
Key facts
- On Wednesday (October 28), the DDPM warned that persistent heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods, rapid run-off, mudslides, overflowing waterways and localised flooding, particularly in low-lying areas, along rivers and streams, and on
- Residents can also report emergencies or request assistance through the DDPM's official LINE account (LINE ID: @1784DDPM) or by calling its 24-hour disaster emergency hotline on 1784.
- Thailand cuts B7 diesel by 1 baht, gasohol by 50 satang from October 29
- Residents in vulnerable areas have been urged to move their belongings to higher ground, take precautions against electric shocks and look after vulnerable people
Summary
On Wednesday (October 28), the DDPM warned that persistent heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods, rapid run-off, mudslides, overflowing waterways and localised flooding, particularly in low-lying areas, along rivers and streams, and on foothill slopes.
Residents in vulnerable areas have been urged to move their belongings to higher ground, take precautions against electric shocks and look after vulnerable people. They are also advised to closely monitor official announcements and updates from relevant authorities.