Severe summer storm to hit Thailand with hail and strong winds

The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a severe weather alert for the upcoming summer storm, set to impact various provinces with heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and potential hail on March 19-20, following a drop in temperature today, March 18.

The summer storm, initially striking in the upper part of Thailand, is a result of a moderate high-pressure system from China extending over the region and the South China Sea. Concurrently, temperatures in the upper parts of the country are expected to rise significantly, creating conditions ripe for thunderstorms, strong gusty winds, and in some areas, hail. Lightning strikes are also a potential hazard in certain localities. Following the storm, a noticeable temperature decrease is forecasted.

This weather pattern poses a variety of risks. The public in the affected areas is advised to be vigilant and take…