Weather depression warning for parts of Thailand from September 18th-20th

14 Sept 03:28 Key points summarised by AI

A depression originating from the South China Sea is set to bring increased rainfall, including isolated heavy to very heavy downpours, across northern, northeastern, central, eastern, and southern Thailand from September 18th-20th.
The Thai Meteorological Department warns residents near natural waterways of potential flash floods and advises fishermen and sailors to exercise extreme caution or remain in port due to anticipated high waves and strong winds.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.