DDPM warns 51 provinces of floods from Aug 29 to Sep 2
BANGKOK — 29 August 2026, Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), warned 51 provinces to closely monitor the risk of flash floods, forest runoff and inundation from 29 August to 2 September, as rainfall is expected to increase across the country. The Central Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command (CDPMC), under the DDPM, has […] The post DDPM warns 51 provinces of…
Thailand's Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued a warning to 51 provinces to monitor the risk of flash floods, forest runoff, and inundation from August 29 to September 2, 2026, due to an expected increase in rainfall. The Central Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command (CDPMC) has been monitoring weather conditions alongside relevant agencies, with high-risk areas identified in the North, Northeast, and East.
Authorities have instructed local agencies to disseminate warnings through various channels and coordinate with community leaders to ensure residents understand the alerts and can respond quickly. Some areas, such as Nan and Chiang Rai, have seen floodwaters recede or remain below riverbanks, while others, like Bueng Kan, continue to monitor rising water levels in the Mekong River.
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