The Thai Meteorological Department issued its 10th bulletin on July 13, 2025, warning of strong winds in the Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand, plus heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in the southern west coast, western central region, and eastern region through July 15. Southwest monsoons will intensify across the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand during July 13–15, generating waves 2–4 meters high in the upper Andaman, exceeding 4 meters in thunderstorm areas. In the upper Gulf and lower Andaman, waves will reach 2–3 meters, exceeding 3 meters where thunderstorms occur. Fishers are urged to navigate with extreme caution, avoid thunderstorm zones, and keep small boats ashore during this period.

Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected in the southern west coast, western central region, and eastern region on July 13–14, particularly in Ranong, Phang Nga, Chanthaburi, Trat, and Kanchanaburi provinces. Residents should prepare for flash flooding and flash floods, especially in foothill areas near waterways and low-lying zones.

Tropical storm Bavi, now over China's Anhui Province, will weaken into a depression and later a low-pressure system. It will not enter Thailand and poses no direct threat, but it will intensify the southwest monsoon already covering the country. The department urged the public to plan travel and daily activities carefully and monitor weather updates at tmd.go.th or by calling 0-2399-4012-13 and 1182. The next bulletin will be issued on July 13 at 5:00 p.m.

Police have confirmed 27 deaths from the fire that destroyed a beer bar in the Ladprao area of Bangkok, with initial victim identifications being released. Tragically, many bodies were discovered clustered in and around the bathroom area. The incident occurred around 11:50 p.m. on July 12 near Soi Ladprao 1 in Chatuchak District. Firefighters and rescue personnel from multiple agencies rushed to assist victims with emergency resuscitation efforts, with initial reports indicating nearly 30 deaths and more than 60 injuries.

At 12:30 a.m. on July 13, 2025, rescue and fire personnel cleared the interior of the building after the fire was extinguished. The internal structure of the entertainment venue was completely destroyed and reduced to ash and charcoal. Investigators discovered many bodies trapped inside the bar, with the majority found clustered near the bathroom entrance and inside the restrooms. It is believed that when the fire broke out and the electricity failed, patrons could not see emergency exits and attempted to flee into the bathrooms, where they were overcome by smoke and flames.

At 1:00 a.m., Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, accompanied by senior police officials and forensic teams from the Police Hospital, arrived at the scene to inspect and conduct preliminary autopsies. The Prime Minister expressed deep condolences to families of the victims, noting that most deaths occurred as people fled into the bathroom area. He stated that preliminary interviews with survivors and musicians indicated that smoke emerged from equipment on stage before the lights went out, followed by an explosion-like sound and then smoke filling the bar. Patrons fled toward the back of the building to the bathrooms, which had no clearly marked emergency exits.

Police have updated casualty figures to 27 deaths (9 male, 18 female) and 18 injured, with the injured distributed across multiple hospitals classified by severity: 8 critical cases, 7 moderate cases, and 3 minor cases. Authorities are continuing investigations at the scene and working to formally identify all victims.

The Thai Meteorological Department has issued warnings for 30 provinces expecting heavy to very heavy rainfall affecting 60% of areas, with risks of flash flooding and flash floods, including Bangkok and surrounding areas. On July 13, 2025, forecasters predict rainfall across Thailand in the next 24 hours, with heavy to very heavy falls in the upper northeastern region, western central, eastern, and western southern coastal areas due to strong southwest monsoon winds over the Andaman Sea and Thailand, combined with a low-pressure system over northern Vietnam. Residents in these areas must be cautious of heavy to very heavy rainfall and accumulated moisture, which may cause sudden flash floods and flash floods, especially in foothill areas near watercourses and in lowland basins. Sea conditions around the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand will be rough, with waves 2-4 meters high in the upper Andaman (exceeding 4 meters during thunderstorms) and 2-3 meters in the lower Andaman and upper gulf (exceeding 3 meters with storms). Boat operators should navigate cautiously and avoid areas with thunderstorms; small boats in the Andaman and upper gulf should remain ashore until July 15, 2025. Coastal residents along the western southern coast should watch for dangerous wave surge. Tropical storm Bavi, currently over Anhui Province in China, is forecast to weaken into a depression and further lose strength; it will not affect Thailand. Those traveling to that region should check weather conditions before departing. Regional forecasts for the next 24 hours include: Northern region with 70% thunderstorm coverage and heavy rain in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, Nan, and Tak; temperatures 22-25°C low, 30-34°C high; southwest winds 10-20 km/h. Upper Northeastern region with 70% thunderstorms and heavy to very heavy rain in Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen, and Ubon Ratchathani; temperatures 22-24°C low, 28-35°C high; southwest winds 10-20 km/h. Central region with 40% thunderstorms and heavy to very heavy rain in Kanchanaburi and Ratchaburi; temperatures 23-25°C low, 31-36°C high; southwest winds 10-25 km/h. Eastern region with 60% thunderstorms and heavy to very heavy rain in Nakhon Nayok, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Sa Kaeo, Chanthaburi, and Trat; temperatures 24-27°C low, 29-35°C high; southwest winds 20-40 km/h; sea waves 2-3 meters (exceeding 3 meters during storms). Southern coastal region with 40% thunderstorms and heavy rain in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, and Surat Thani; temperatures 22-25°C low, 30-34°C high; from Surat Thani northward: southwest winds 20-40 km/h, waves 1-2 meters (exceeding 2 meters offshore and during storms); from Nakhon Si Thammarat southward: southwest winds 20-35 km/h.

A major fire at a beer hall near Ladprao Soi 1 in Jomphol Subdistrict, Chatuchak District, Bangkok has claimed 27 lives, including 9 men and 18 women. On July 13, Deputy National Police Commissioner Thatchai Pitanilabut stated that preliminary findings suggest negligence may be the cause, and ordered police and the forensic division to conduct a thorough investigation at the scene to gather evidence and identify the true cause of the incident. Pitanilabut emphasized that all agencies must prioritize public safety and care, and instructed investigators to urgently collect evidence, interview relevant witnesses, and examine facts in detail to identify those responsible and proceed with legal action.

Forensic Division Commander Watee Asutwatmangkur reported that initial investigation has located the fire's origin point near the stage area. However, a more detailed inspection is scheduled for 9 a.m. today, with chemists and physicists participating to definitively determine the cause.

A major fire at a beer hall and restaurant in Bangkok's Ladprao area has claimed at least 9 lives and left many others injured. Emergency responders received the alarm at 11:57 p.m. on July 12, 2025, for a fire at an establishment near Ladprao Soi 1 in Chatuchak district. When firefighters from Sutthisan Station arrived, flames were already spreading rapidly with many people trapped inside. One initial burn victim received first aid at the scene. Firefighting crews from Phahon Yothin, Phayathai, and Huay Khwang stations joined the effort, deploying three water jets to combat the intense blaze. After approximately 35 minutes, firefighters brought the fire under control. Initial investigation found 9 fatalities, with most bodies recovered from bathroom areas. Many more people sustained injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals.

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