Flash floods strand tourists in Hat Yai

10 Sept 21:02 Key points summarised by AI

Flash floods in Hat Yai, Thailand, have left hundreds of tourists, including Malaysians, stranded in their hotels, facing difficulties in accessing food and essential services.
The Malaysian Consulate General issued a travel advisory, urging Malaysians to postpone trips to southern Thailand due to severe flooding, as some stranded tourists, like a Malaysian mother with toddlers, appealed for urgent supplies.

Torrential downpours forecast nationwide

Yesterday 12:46 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Meteorological Department issued its first severe weather warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall from October 18-25.
The warning covers potential flash floods, forest runoffs, and landslides across southern, eastern, northeastern, and central regions, including greater Bangkok.
The severe weather will unfold in two distinct phases, intensifying and expanding its footprint across various parts of the country.
Authorities urge communities in vulnerable areas to remain on high alert, with disaster response agencies placed on standby to assist residents.