Severe weather alert: Heavy rain and strong winds expected nationwide, with flash floods in the South
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide weather alert for heavy rain, gusty winds, and flash floods, particularly in the South, effective until May 10, 2026, due to a convergence of high-pressure and moisture-laden winds.
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