Heavy Rain Alert for South, Cold Snap Grips North
The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of heavy to very heavy rain across Southern Thailand from November 9 to 13, with a high risk of flash floods and mudslides. Waves in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand may exceed two meters. At the same time, a cold front from China will lower temperatures by 3–5 °C in the Northeast and 1–3 °C in the North, Central, Bangkok, and Eastern regions.
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued its first heavy rain warning for Southern Thailand, effective November 9–13. Continuous downpours with isolated very heavy falls are expected, raising the risk of flash floods and mudslides, especially in foothill and low-lying areas. Waves in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand may exceed two meters during thunderstorms, and mariners are urged to exercise caution and avoid sailing in stormy sectors. Meanwhile, a strong high-pressure system from China will bring cooler temperatures and strong winds to upper Thailand: the Northeast will see a 3–5 °C drop, while the North, Central, Bangkok, and Eastern regions will fall 1–3 °C. Authorities advise the public to safeguard their health, protect crops, and monitor official updates via the TMD website (https://www.tmd.go.th) or hotlines 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182, available 24 hours. The next bulletin will be released on November 9 at 05:00.