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Heavy rainfall and strong winds are forecast across most of Thailand through at least Aug. 28, bringing a threat of flash flooding and overflowing rivers across the country. As of Aug. 25, The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall through at least Aug. 28, with the heaviest rainfall Aug. 25-26. Flash floods and floods are possible, especially in low-lying areas and areas close to water bodies.
Authorities have warned of possible flooding in Lop Buri, Saraburi, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Pathum Thani, Nonthaburi, and Bangkok provinces from Aug. 27 due to the release of water from Pa Sak Jolasid Dam increasing the water level of the Chao Phraya River.
Flooding in Nakhon Nayok Province has damaged structures and submerged portions of Highway 3049. Portions of Udon Thani Province flooded early Aug. 25, resulting in traffic disruptions. Flooding Aug. 15-23 has…
