Thai Meteorological Department Issues Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Warning

The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a severe weather warning for October 18, 2026, forecasting widespread thundershowers, gusty winds, and heavy to very heavy rainfall across parts of Thailand. This includes a risk of flash floods and flooding in low-lying areas, with Bangkok expecting thundershowers. Mariners in the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand are advised to exercise caution due to potentially high waves during thunderstorms.