Severe Floods Struck Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai
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Severe flooding has struck Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, leaving rescuers and staff struggling to move animals to safety as the site is completely cut off by floodwater and landslides. The park,...
Chiang Mai Airport Remains Operational Despite City Flooding
Chiang Mai —
On October 4th, 2024, Chiang Mai Airport confirmed it remains unaffected by the flooding from the Ping River and continues normal operations. Passengers are advised to allow extra time for travel.
At 11:00...
Emergency Teams Mobilized as Heavy Rain and Northern Runoff Worsen in Chiang Mai Flooding
Chiang Mai —
On October 4th, 2024, Thai national media highlighted the ongoing flood crisis in Chiang Mai, as the water levels in the Ping River peaked at 4.81 meters overnight and began rising again...
Ping River Flood Alert in Lamphun: Water Levels Rising Rapidly
National —
On October 3rd, 2024, Lamphun Governor Suntithorn Yimlamai announced a flood warning after the Irrigation Office 1 in Chiang Mai reported the water level of the Ping River at point P1 had exceeded...
Chiang Mai Governor Urges Precautions as Flood Threat Looms
Chiang Mai —
At 10:00 AM on October 3rd, 2024, Chiang Mai Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn held an emergency meeting with relevant agencies to monitor rising water levels in the upper Ping River basin after continuous...
Chiang Mai Authorities Implement Flood Prevention Measures as Heavy Rain Continues
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Chiang Mai Governor Nirat Pongsitthithaworn has mobilized a response team to address the risk of flooding as continuous heavy rainfall in upstream areas, including Mae Taeng, Chiang Dao, and Mae Rim, threatens to...
63 Provinces Across Thailand Warning for Thunderstorms and Strong Winds
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The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued a weather advisory for 63 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok, alerting residents to prepare for thunderstorms and strong winds from September 29 to...
Floods Affected 37 Provinces Across Thailand, Leaving 49 People Dead and Impacting 176,000 Households
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Floods have affected 37 provinces across Thailand since mid-August, leaving 49 people dead and impacting nearly 176,000 households.
According to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), floods have struck areas in the...
Northern Railway Back in Operation as Chiang Mai Floodwaters Recede
North —
On September 28th, 2024, Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, announced that train services on the northern railway line have fully resumed after floodwaters at Chiang Mai Railway Station...
Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across Thailand from September 29th to October 3rd
National —
On September 28th, 2024, the Thai Meteorological Department issued a weather advisory warning of unstable weather in upper Thailand from September 29th to October 3rd.
A moderate high-pressure system from China will cover...
