Safety
Flooding Continues Across Six Thai Provinces
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation reports ongoing flooding in six provinces, with Nan being the most severely affected area.
As of August 21, 2026, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has provided an update on the flood situation currently impacting Thailand. According to Thai Post, six provinces remain submerged, affecting approximately 23,823 households. The flooding has resulted in two confirmed fatalities.
Nan province is currently identified as the most critical area, with reports indicating that 60,000 people have been impacted by the rising waters. While some regions are beginning to see the situation stabilize, government agencies, private sector entities, and volunteer groups are actively coordinating efforts to accelerate recovery and provide relief to those affected.
For residents and travellers, this situation may cause significant disruptions to local infrastructure, transportation, and essential services in the affected northern and regional areas. It is advisable to monitor local news outlets and official government announcements for real-time updates on road closures and safety warnings. At this stage, the full extent of the long-term damage to infrastructure and the timeline for complete recovery in the hardest-hit districts remain to be confirmed. Authorities continue to assess the situation as water levels fluctuate.