CHIANG MAI – Widespread flooding has submerged homes and displaced residents in northern Thailand’s Mae Rim district following a period of intense rainfall. The flash floods, triggered by a heavy downpour on Monday evening, caused the Mae Sa River to burst its banks, swiftly inundating several villages and prompting local evacuations.

Typhoon Ragasa Disrupts Thai Airways Flights to Hong Kong and Taiwan

The situation was most severe in Huay Jo village, where water levels rose to nearly a meter within minutes, causing significant damage. By Tuesday morning, floodwaters had largely receded from most areas, although several low-lying spots remained underwater. Preliminary assessments indicate that 63 out of the village’s 68 homes sustained damage.

Floods Submerge Homes in Northern Thailand, Residents Evacuated https://t.co/eWQ25vDAsA @TNAMCOT

— TNAMCOT English (@TNAMCOTEnglish) September 23, 2025

Local authorities are currently on the ground, assisting residents with clearing mud and debris from their properties and distributing essential supplies, including boxed meals.

Heavy Rains and Flooding Threaten Multiple Thai Regions as Typhoon Strengthens Monsoon

The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a warning for more persistent rainfall from Tuesday through Friday, attributing the severe weather to the influence of Typhoon “Ragasa.” The storm is forecast to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall across extensive parts of the country, including the northern, northeastern, central, and eastern regions, as well as Bangkok. The anticipated adverse weather has already begun to disrupt travel, with Thai Airways announcing the cancellation of flights between Bangkok and Hong Kong from September 23 to 25 as a precautionary measure. Officials are urging residents in vulnerable areas to remain vigilant and adhere to safety advisories.