Thailand: Adverse weather forecast across southern provinces through at least Jan. 25

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Heavy rainfall is forecast across much of southern Thailand through at least Jan. 25. As of early Jan. 20, the Thai Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall over southern Thailand through Jan 25. The heaviest rainfall is forecast over Nakhon Si Thammarat, Narathiwat, Pattani, Phatthalung, Satun, Songkhla, Trang, and Yala provinces Jan. 20-22 and over Krabi, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Narathiwat, Pattani, Phatthalung, Phuket, Satun, Songkhla, Surat Thani, Trang, and Yala provinces Jan. 23-25. The heavy downpours may result in flash floods and landslides in parts of the affected provinces. Rough seas are also forecast in the Gulf of Thailand due to strong winds. Authorities have requested that all vessels navigate with caution and avoid areas with thunderstorms. Small boats should refrain from leaving the shore. Officials could update and possibly…