Tag: Warning

Portuguese Man O' War or Bluebottle jellyfish

Phuket

May 30, 2026

Authorities Issue Warning After Toxic Jellyfish Sightings Along Phuket’s West Coast

PHUKET, Thailand — The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources has issued an urgent public safety advisory following confirmed sightings of highly toxic Portuguese man-of-war jellyfish along Karon Beach and other areas of Phuket’s western coastline, urging residents, tourists, and coastal business operators to exercise heightened vigilance. 40 Portuguese Man O War Jellyfish Found on […]

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Smoke haze on Bang Lamphu Lang, Khlong San, Bangkok.

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January 13, 2026

Pollution Control Department Warns of Rising PM2.5 Until Mid-January

BANGKOK – The Pollution Control Department (PCD) has issued a warning that hazardous PM2.5 levels are expected to continue increasing until mid-January, with the most severe conditions anticipated in Bangkok, its metropolitan surroundings, and the Upper Central Region. An improvement in air quality is projected after January 16. Thailand Chokes Under Widespread Smog, 45 Provinces […]

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March 17, 2025

Thai government warns against illegal use of laughing gas

The government has issued a warning against the use and illegal sale of nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, following reports of its increasing presence in entertainment venues. Authorities have urged the public, including tourists, to avoid inhaling the gas, which can cause oxygen deprivation, dizziness, respiratory failure, and nerve damage. Prolonged or excessive […]

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Floods in Wang Tako, Lang Suan District, Chumphon

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January 15, 2025

Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings Issued for Southern Thailand

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued heavy rain and flash flood warnings for Southern Thailand, effective from January 15–18, 2025. The warning comes as a result of an active northeast monsoon and a strong low-pressure system moving across the Gulf of Thailand. Flooding Begins to Ease in Southern Thailand The provinces most likely to […]

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Woman wearing face mask during the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand.

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December 17, 2024

Thai Health Department Warns of Norovirus Outbreak during Festive Season

BANGKOK. Dec 17 (TNA) – The Department of Health has issued a warning about a potential norovirus outbreak during the upcoming festive season when gatherings and travel are common. Norovirus NOT Found in Ice and Water Factories in Phuket Dr. Thiti Sawaengtham, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Health, highlighted the recent norovirus outbreak affecting […]

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Storm approaching Mai Khao Beach in Phuket.

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December 12, 2024

Thai Government Issues Severe Weather Warning for Southern Thailand

SURAT THANI (NBT WORLD) – Thailand is preparing for increased rainfall from now to December 16th. The heavy rain is driven by a strengthening northeast monsoon and a low-pressure system over the Gulf of Thailand. Several southern provinces are expected to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall, raising serious concerns about flooding and landslides. Severe […]

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A pickup truck and a motorcycle driving through a flooded street in Bangkok

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September 19, 2024

Thailand revamps flood early warning system as more rain expected over the weekend

The government has decided to revamp the flood early warning system, after complaints were received during the recent flooding that people had not been warned in advance, leaving them unable to move their belongings to high ground or evacuate in time. Parts of Phuket Again Declared Disaster Zones after Flash Floods Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham […]

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September 11, 2024

Flash-flood warning for 48 Thai provinces, including Bangkok

Residents in 48 provinces, including Bangkok, have been warned of likely heavy rain and possible flash floods from Friday until Sept 18. Landslide Buries Mountain Village Homes in Chiang Mai: 2 Dead, 4 Missing The Office of National Water Resources (ONWR) said on its Facebook page that the northern monsoon trough will move down to […]

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