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Rainfall reign: 46 provinces under threat as TMD predicts deluge and Bangkok braces for flash floods

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The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns that increased rainfall poses a threat to 46 provinces today, forecasting heavy rainfall in 70% of the areas while Bangkok is also at risk, with an abrupt flash floods warning issued due to tormenting forest runoffs.

The TMD claims that a tropical storm flowing over the northern and upper northeastern regions of the country, alongside a low-pressure ridge hitting central Vietnam, paired with moderate south-westerlies covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand have all contributed to these conditions. These have led to an increase in rainfall and occasional bouts of heavy to very heavy downfalls in some areas.

The TMD advises residents in these areas to remain cautious of potential harms caused by heavy rainfall and accumulated precipitation, which could lead to sudden flash floods and…

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