Thailand Issues Heavy Rain and Landslide Warnings for Southern and Central Regions
The Department of Mineral Resources has issued warnings for potential landslides and flash floods across several Thai provinces from October 19 to 25, 2026.
According to Khaosod Online, the Department of Mineral Resources (DMR) has alerted residents and volunteers to monitor for landslides and flash floods between October 19 and 25, 2026. The warning specifically highlights four southern provinces: Nakhon Si Thammarat, Krabi, Trang, and Satun, where heavy rainfall is expected to increase the risk of geological instability.
Furthermore, the Thai Meteorological Department reports that heavy to very heavy rainfall, accompanied by gusty winds, is expected to affect the South and East from October 19–20. From October 21–25, the weather system is projected to expand, impacting the lower Northeast, Central region, Bangkok and its vicinity, the East, and the upper South.
For travelers and residents, these conditions pose risks of flash floods and mudslides, particularly in low-lying areas and near mountain slopes or waterways. Authorities advise avoiding travel on routes prone to recurring flooding. Additionally, maritime conditions in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand are expected to be hazardous, with wave heights potentially exceeding 3 meters in areas experiencing thunderstorms. Mariners are urged to exercise extreme caution. While these warnings are based on current meteorological forecasts, residents should continue to monitor local updates for specific area-based evacuation orders or changing weather patterns.
