Nine Provinces at Risk of Landslides After Heavy Rain
Nine Thai provinces face elevated landslide and flash flood risks following heavy monsoon rainfall, with authorities urging residents in foothill and low-lying areas to exercise caution through August 13, 2025.
The Department of Mineral Resources has identified nine provinces at high risk of landslides and flash floods following heavy rainfall and is closely monitoring the situation. On August 13, 2025, the Geological Disaster Operations Center of the Department of Mineral Resources warned the public to be alert to landslides and flash floods as high-risk areas are experiencing continuous heavy rainfall. Forecasts indicate that rainfall levels could trigger landslides, particularly in nine provinces: Tak, Chiang Rai, Nan, Phayao, Phetchabun, Kanchanaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chanthaburi, and Trat.
According to the Meteorological Department's 24-hour forecast, Thailand will continue to experience heavy rainfall in the North, Upper Northeast, Central, and Eastern regions. This is due to a monsoon trough passing over the upper North, Laos, and northern Vietnam, combined with a strong southwest monsoon affecting the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand. Residents in affected areas are urged to be cautious of dangers from heavy and accumulated rainfall, which could cause flash floods and flash floods, especially in foothill areas near water channels and low-lying areas.
Volunteer networks in high-risk areas are asked to closely monitor geological disasters including landslides and flash floods, and to prepare for potential emergencies. If such disasters occur, officials must promptly inspect affected areas to provide reassurance and initial guidance to residents in at-risk zones.
