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Multiple Thai regions issued flood, landslide, and flash flood alerts starting from August 15 until August 17.

Intense rainfall and storms forecasted from August 15-17 in Thailand, with 24 provinces at risk of flooding and landslides; authorities call for preparedness and vigilance.

Flooding, landslides, and flash floods are imminent threats in 24 Thai provinces from August 15th...
Flooding, landslides, and flash floods are imminent threats in 24 Thai provinces from August 15th to 17th, necessitating high alert levels.

Multiple Thai regions issued flood, landslide, and flash flood alerts starting from August 15 until August 17.

Heavy Rains and Flooding Warnings Affect 24 Provinces in Thailand

From August 15 to 17, 2025, Thailand is bracing for heavy rains and potential flooding in 24 provinces across the Northern, Northeastern, Central, and Southern regions. The Thai Meteorological Department has forecast widespread thundershowers and isolated heavy to very heavy rains, particularly in the North, Northeast, East, and South (west coast) [2].

Affected Regions and Some Provinces:

The Northern Region, including provinces such as Phrae, Nan, Uttaradit, Phitsanulok, Phetchabun, Sukhothai, Chiang Rai, and Rong Kwang district, has been identified as a high-risk area [1][3][5]. Six provinces in the Northeastern Region are on alert, while four provinces in the Central Region and four provinces in the Southern Region, including Andaman Sea coastal areas, are also at risk [1].

Preparedness Measures:

Authorities have been instructed to closely monitor weather, rainfall, and water levels, especially where rainfall is accumulating [1]. Emergency personnel, equipment, and machinery are on standby to quickly respond to any disasters.

The public is encouraged to stay informed via official channels such as the "THAI DISASTER ALERT" app, DDPM’s Facebook and Line accounts, and the 24-hour emergency hotline 1784 [1]. Cell broadcast alerts have been issued in high-risk areas like Rong Kwang to warn residents to move belongings to higher ground and care for vulnerable groups [3].

Residents are advised to report suspicious objects and adhere strictly to government guidance. The Thai Meteorological Department also warns of waves up to 2-3 meters in the Andaman Sea and Gulf, necessitating caution for coastal areas [2].

In case of emergency, citizens can report incidents and request assistance through the Line account @1784DDPM or through the 24-hour emergency hotline 1784.

Stay Informed:

The public is advised to stay informed through official government channels and social media accounts. The warning is for the potential risks of flash floods, river flooding, and landslides from August 15-17, 2025.

This news is tagged with DDPM, flood, heavy rains, landslides, flash floods, and Breaking News. Authorities in the affected regions have been instructed to closely monitor weather conditions, rainfall, and water levels.

With the political landscape centered around disaster management, the culture of preparedness has taken a significant role in the general news. In Thailand, the unprecedented heavy rains and flooding warnings from August 15 to 17, 2025, have heightened the need for political cooperation and cultural awareness, particularly in the Northern, Northeastern, Central, and Southern regions where 24 provinces are at risk.

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