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LAMPANG – On June 14, continuous rain pounded Lampang Province for several long hours. This relentless downpour quickly caused severe flash floods across multiple local communities and covered railway lines. The rapidly rising waters deeply affected Ban Pang Pong, Pang Sai, and the Wiang Talang Subdistrict in Hang Chat District. The floodwater quickly increased and […]

Rebecca Kim

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JUN

Thailand Extreme Weather Warning: Red Zones Face Floods and Severe Droughts

CHIANG RAI – Thailand is currently battling a severe weather crisis that has completely divided the nation into two extremes. One half of the country faces dangerous floods, while the remaining areas suffer from severe water shortages. Key Takeaways Northern Thailand is at a high risk for dangerous flash floods and heavy, persistent rain. Central […]

Rebecca Kim

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JUN

Thailand Braces for ‘Super El Niño’: Extreme Heat and Severe Drought Loom

BANGKOK – A looming weather event is raising serious alarms across Thailand right now. Meteorologists are warning that a powerful “Super El Niño” could develop by August. This massive climate shift threatens to bring extreme heat and severe drought to the region. Experts predict these harsh conditions will likely last deep into November. Key Takeaways: […]

Rebecca Kim

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DDPM Warns Over Flash Floods, Forest Runoff, and Landslides

CHIANG RAI - The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued a warning for 52 provinces to watch for flash floods, forest runoff, and landslides. Water reservoirs are expected to discharge more water from 18 to 24 September.

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Flash Floods Force Hundreds of Thousands From Their Homes in Pakistan, Dozens Killed in Kashmir

KASHMIR - Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread destruction across South Asia, hitting Indian-controlled Kashmir and Pakistan the hardest.

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Flooding From Heavy Rain Causes Road Closures in Chiang Rai

CHIANG RAI - On Wednesday at 4.00 pm, flooding swept across the road between Ban Doi and Mae Yao in Mae Yao Subdistrict, Mueang Chiang Rai District. Traffic on this route was disrupted, making it difficult for small vehicles to pass.

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Mae Hong Son Devistated By Flash Floods, Highway 108 Remains Closed

MAE HONG SON – Highway 108 remains closed after heavy storms from tropical storm Kajiki brought relentless rainfall and flash floods. The disaster struck Pha Bong just before dawn on 27 August 2024, taking residents by surprise.

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Flash Floods Kill 2 People in Chiang Mai, 12-Year-Old Girl Missing

CHIANG MAI - Heavy rain caused flash floods and mudslides in Ban Pang Ung, Mae Suek, Mae Chaem district . Early reports confirm that seven homes were damaged, ten people were injured, and two people died. Among those missing is a 12-year-old girl.

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Flash Floods Destroy Karen Village Homes in Chiang Rai