Possibility of heavy rain in various parts of Myanmar from 24th to 28th, Meteorological Department issues warning

Due to the strengthening of the monsoon and atmospheric instability in the Capey Sea and the Bay of Bengal, there is a possibility of localized heavy rainfall in Yangon, Bago, Ayeyarwady, Tanintharyi, Kayin, and Mon States from September 24th to 28th, according to the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology. Due to the strengthening of the monsoon and the possibility of atmospheric instability in the Capey Sea and the southern Bay of Bengal, as well as the active development of cumulonimbus clouds, scattered thunderstorms are expected in the upper Sagaing Region, Kachin State, and Shan State (Northern) from September 24th to 28th. In Nay Pyi Taw, Yangon Region, Mandalay Region, Bago Region, Magway Region, lower Sagaing Region, Ayeyarwady Region, Tanintharyi Region, Kayah State, Kayin State, Chin State, Mon State, Rakhine State, and Shan State (Southern and Eastern), scattered to widespread thunderstorms are expected, with localized heavy rainfall possible in Yangon Region, Bago Region, Ayeyarwady Region, Tanintharyi Region, Kayin State, and Mon State. In the Irrawaddy Delta, along the Rakhine coast, and in the offshore sea, occasional heavy rain and squalls may occur, leading to high waves. During squalls, the wind over water/land may reach speeds of 30 to 35 miles per hour. Wave heights in the Irrawaddy Delta, along the Rakhine coast, and in the offshore sea may be around 9 to 11 feet. In the Gulf of Mottama, along the Mon-Tanintharyi coast, and in the offshore sea, occasional heavy rain and squalls may occur, with moderate to high waves. During squalls, the wind over water/land may reach speeds of up to 30 miles per hour. Wave heights in the Gulf of Mottama, along the Mon-Tanintharyi coast, and in the offshore sea may be around 8 to 10 feet. Therefore, due to the strengthening of the monsoon and the possibility of atmospheric instability in the Capey Sea and the southern Bay of Bengal, as well as the active development of cumulonimbus clouds, natural disasters such as heavy rainfall, strong winds, sudden floods, and landslides may occur. Residents living near high ground are advised to be aware of the risk of landslides, and residents living near small rivers and streams are advised to be aware of the risk of floods and inundation. The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has also advised domestic flights, nearshore and offshore fishing vessels, and ships along the Myanmar coast and in offshore waters to take precautions in advance.