Safety
Thai Meteorological Department Debunks Viral 'Great Flood' Warning
Authorities have officially refuted a viral social media claim predicting a 'great flood' in Eastern Thailand, urging the public to rely only on verified government sources.
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) and the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) have issued a formal clarification regarding a viral social media post that warned of an impending 'great flood' in Eastern Thailand. The original post, which circulated widely online, claimed that a catastrophic flooding event would begin within 120 hours.
Government agencies have explicitly stated that this information did not originate from any official meteorological or disaster management body. The TMD expressed concern over the spread of such alarmist content, questioning the motives behind creating panic regarding natural disasters.
For residents and travelers in Eastern Thailand, this incident serves as a reminder to exercise caution when consuming weather-related information on social media. Unverified reports can cause unnecessary distress and disruption to travel plans. It is recommended that individuals monitor official channels, such as the Thai Meteorological Department’s website or the DDPM’s alerts, for accurate and timely weather updates. As of now, there is no official confirmation of any extreme flooding event, and the viral warning is considered misinformation. Always verify weather alerts through government-sanctioned platforms before making decisions based on social media rumors.