Thailand Issues Flood Alert for 16 Central and Southern Provinces Due to Heavy Rain

Thailand's Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued a flood alert for 16 provinces in the central and southern regions, effective from November 9 to 13, 2026. The alert warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall, which could trigger flash floods, rapid runoff, mudslides, and waterlogging. Authorities have been instructed to prepare personnel and equipment for round-the-clock assistance and to alert residents in vulnerable areas.