BANGKOK: Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) issued Cell Broadcast flood alerts on Wednesday (Nov 11) for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan districts in Surat Thani and Thung Tako district in Chumphon, following persistent heavy rain that could trigger flash floods, rapid run-off and landslides.
Residents in risk-prone areas have been urged to move belongings to higher ground, take precautions against electrical hazards, assist vulnerable people and closely follow official updates.
Koh Samui and Koh Phangan face flash-flood risks
The DDPM reported that heavy rain was continuing in Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, raising concerns over flash floods, rapid run-off, landslides and waterlogging.
People living in low-lying areas and near foothills were advised to prepare for possible flooding by moving possessions to higher ground.
The agency also urged residents to remain alert to the risk of electric shocks, look after vulnerable family members and neighbours, and monitor announcements from local authorities.
Thung Tako warned of river overflows and mudslides
In Chumphon, the DDPM issued a separate Cell Broadcast alert for Thung Tako district, where continuing heavy rain could lead to flash floods, rapid run-off, mudslides, overflowing riverbanks and waterlogging.
The warning covers people in low-lying communities, riverside areas and locations near foothills.
Residents in these areas were advised to move their belongings to higher ground without delay, avoid electrical hazards and prepare to assist vulnerable people.
Mobile alerts issued through three operators
The DDPM worked with mobile network operators AIS, True and NT to distribute the flood warnings through the Cell Broadcast system to people in the affected districts.
Residents needing assistance can contact district chiefs, subdistrict and village heads, local government representatives or community leaders.
Flood-related emergencies can also be reported through the DDPM’s 24-hour hotline on 1784 or its LINE reporting account, @1784DDPM. - The Nation/ANN
