New Mobile Flood Alert Issued for Koh Phangan, Thailand, Amid Persistent Heavy Rain

Thailand's Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has sent a new Cell Broadcast flood alert to Koh Phangan district in Surat Thani on Thursday, November 12. Persistent heavy rain is increasing the risk of flash floods, rapid run-off, landslides, and waterlogging, particularly in low-lying areas and communities near foothill slopes. Residents are advised to prepare for possible flooding.