{
  "id": 1286397,
  "title": "Chiang Mai flash flood sweeps tourist at Mae Sa Waterfall",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/chiang-mai-flash-flood-sweeps-tourist-at-mae-sa-waterfall",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-16T07:34:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Thaiger",
    "slug": "the-thaiger",
    "url": "https://thethaiger.com/news/chiang-mai/chiang-mai-flash-flood-mae-sa-waterfall"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A flash flood at Mae Sa Waterfall in Chiang Mai swept away a tourist, leaving others with minor injuries on August 15, according to officials. The incident occurred around 3pm at the popular tourist spot in Mae Rim district, where numerous visitors, primarily foreigners, were swimming when the water level suddenly rose. Doi Suthep-Pui National Park officials warned tourists to evacuate the water, but the floodwaters arrived too quickly for some to escape. Park officials and other tourists worked together to rescue those caught in the water, providing first aid to those with minor abrasions. One tourist required hospitalization due to pain and dizziness. To prevent future incidents, authorities placed red flags and ropes around the waterfall to restrict entry. Park officials urged tourists visiting waterfalls during the rainy season to monitor weather conditions, assess risks, and obey safety warnings.",
  "summary": "A sudden flash flood at Mae Sa Waterfall in Chiang Mai swept away a tourist and left others with minor injuries yesterday, August 15. Doi Suthep-Pui National Park officials helped everyone reach safety before taking one tourist to hospital. The incident was reported at about 3pm at Mae Sa Waterfall in Mae Rim district, where … The story Chiang Mai flash flood sweeps tourist at Mae Sa Waterfall as…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}