National —
On September 5th, 2024, the Thai Meteorological Department warned about the super Typhoon “Yagi” in the upper South China Sea, which is expected to bring heavy rain across Thailand this weekend.
Super Typhoon Yagi is slowly moving westward with maximum wind speeds near its center of 185 kilometers per hour. The storm is expected to pass Hainan Island, China, and make landfall in northern Vietnam between September 6-7, weakening thereafter.
This weather pattern will bring heavy rain and strong winds to northern and northeastern Thailand from September 7-8.
The strong southwest monsoon will also cover the Andaman Sea, southern Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, causing heavy rain in some eastern and southern coastal areas. Residents are advised to remain cautious of flash floods and landslides, especially near mountainous regions and waterways.
Waves in the Andaman Sea and upper Gulf of Thailand will reach 2-3 meters, with over 3-meter waves in stormy areas. The Lower Gulf of Thailand will see 1-2 meter waves. Small boats in these regions are advised to remain ashore until September 8th.
