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Rain Clears Haze in Songkhla as Indonesian Wildfire Smoke Lingers
Rainfall in Songkhla has helped reduce haze caused by Indonesian forest fires, though health officials advise caution if smog persists.
Matichon Online ·
Free Fire World Series Southeast Asia 2026 Fall Grand Finals Set for Surabaya
Twelve teams are set to compete in the Free Fire World Series (FFWS) Southeast Asia 2026 Fall Grand Finals in Indonesia, with the top eight advancing to the Global Finals in Bangkok.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
National Artist Chai-chana Bunna-chot Hospitalized Following Accident
Renowned Thai National Artist Chai-chana Bunna-chot is currently under medical observation at Ratchaphiphat Hospital after sustaining a head injury.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Fiji Declares National Emergency Amid Rising HIV Infections
Fiji has officially declared a national state of emergency following a significant surge in HIV cases, with reports indicating an infection rate of one in every 60 people.
Matichon Online ·
Flash Flood and Landslide Warning Issued for 15 Thai Provinces
The Department of Mineral Resources has issued a warning for potential flash floods and landslides across 15 provinces from September 17–19, 2026.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Indonesian Wildfire Haze Impacts Yala Province
Authorities in Yala have issued health warnings and advised against outdoor activities as transboundary haze from Indonesian wildfires causes PM 2.5 levels to exceed safety standards.
Prachachat Business ·
Asian Games 2026 Facing Potential Disruptions Due to Typhoon Dujuan
Organizers of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya are adjusting schedules as Tropical Storm Dujuan approaches Japan, threatening to impact early competition events.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
RMUTL Chiang Rai Develops Flood Warning Innovation
Researchers at Rajamangala University of Technology Lanna (RMUTL) Chiang Rai have introduced a new flood warning system designed to mitigate risks for local communities.
Matichon Online ·
Nepal Disaster Update: Identification Challenges Amid High Casualty Figures
Authorities in Nepal report that only 7% of victims have been identified following a disaster that has claimed nearly 1,400 lives, with over 5,000 people still missing.
Matichon Online ·
Southern Thailand Faces Rising PM2.5 Air Pollution Levels
Air quality in Southern Thailand has begun to exceed safety standards, prompting officials to seek regional cooperation to address transboundary haze.
Matichon Online ·
Landslide Threatens Ban Doi Tiew School in Nan Province
A severe landslide has reached the school buildings at Ban Doi Tiew in Nan, putting 290 students and staff at risk and prompting urgent calls for assistance.
Matichon Online ·
Google Flood Hub Issues Flash Flood Warning for Bangkok and Vicinity
Google’s AI-driven Flood Hub has issued a 24-hour flash flood alert for Bangkok and surrounding provinces, aligning with official meteorological forecasts.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Los Angeles Traffic Incident Leads to Multiple Fatalities and Helicopter Crash
A wrong-way driving incident in Los Angeles resulted in two deaths and triggered a secondary tragedy involving a news helicopter crash.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Thailand Issues Heavy Rain and Flood Warning for 59 Provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide alert for heavy rainfall, potential flooding, and rough sea conditions across 59 provinces.
Matichon Online ·
Heavy Rainfall Forecast Across 70% of Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather warning for widespread rain covering 70% of the country.
Thai Post ·
Thailand Meteorological Department Issues Heavy Rain Warning for 41 Provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather alert for September 14, 2026, warning of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides across 41 provinces.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding in Buriram Province
Persistent heavy rain has led to road flooding and agricultural damage in Buriram, impacting travel between Nang Rong and Lahan Sai districts.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
Residents in Samut Sakhon Urge Repairs to Irrigation Pumps Ahead of Heavy Rains
Local residents and officials in Ban Phaeo district are calling for urgent repairs to malfunctioning water pumps at two key irrigation canals to prevent potential flooding.
Khaosod Online Thailand ·
