Thailand: Adverse weather forecast across much of the country through at least Jan. 19

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Adverse weather conditions are forecast across much of Thailand through at least Jan. 19. The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather warning for a combination of factors affecting different parts of the country Jan. 15-19. A high pressure area is due to move over northern Thailand from China, bringing cold temperatures and strong winds. Temperatures are expected to drop by 4-6 C (7-11 F) in northeastern, northern, and central regions and by 2-4 C (4-7 F) in eastern regions. Meanwhile, the northeast monsoon prevailing over the Gulf of Thailand and southern Thailand will bring heavy rainfall to southern regions. The…