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Rough seas prompt beach swimming ban in Trang

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Heavy rainfall and strong winds have led to high waves of around 3 metres along Trang coast, prompting officials at Chao Mai National Park to erect red flags barring tourists from swimming in the affected areas. The ban has been imposed on Pak Meng Beach, Chao Mai Beach and Yao Beach, leaving visitors to explore safer alternatives.

During the past three days, the Trang coastal area, which encompasses Chao Mai National Park, Pak Meng Beach, Yao Beach and numerous islands, has faced adverse weather. Heavy rainfall and strong winds have generated around three-metre high waves, making it impossible for tourists to swim or catch marine animals. For safety reasons, small fishing boats have also been forced to remain ashore.

In response to this situation, Chao Mai National Park officials have announced a ban on swimming along these coastal areas, from Pak Meng…

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