31.1 C
Bangkok
Thursday, May 2, 2024

Severe weather warning for 34 Thai provinces

Picture courtesy of Thai PBS

The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) today issued a severe weather warning for 34 provinces, including Bangkok, alerting residents to the possibility of thunderstorms and strong gusty winds. Amidst the sweltering heat peaking at a high of 42 degrees Celsius at 6am today, April 19, the country’s upper regions are covered by a low-pressure area caused by intense heat.

Residents are advised to take precautions to protect their health from the extreme heat by avoiding prolonged outdoor activities. Moisture-laden winds from the Gulf of Thailand and the South China Sea are expected to bring rainfall to the lower northeastern, lower central, and eastern regions of the country. Additionally, the southwestern and southern winds are covering the upper northeastern region, bringing similar conditions.

The warning includes the possibility of isolated…

Read more…

Latest Articles