Bangkok: Tropical Storm "Bualoi" has intensified into a typhoon, bringing heavy rain to Thailand on September 28-29.
According to Thai News Agency, the storm, now a typhoon, is set to affect Thailand as early as tomorrow, September 28. Although the storm's center will not directly impact the country, its periphery is expected to cause heavy to very heavy rain, particularly in the northern and northeastern regions. Residents in these areas should prepare for flash floods and landslides during this period.
Mr. Somkuan Tonjan, Director of the Meteorological Department's Weather Forecast Division, confirmed the storm's intensification this afternoon. Currently centered over the central South China Sea, Typhoon Bualoi is moving northwest at a speed of approximately 35 kilometers per hour. The storm is projected to make landfall in northern Vietnam in the early morning of September 29, 2025. Although the storm's center will remain distant from Thailand, its influence will be felt along the "storm edge," leading to significant rainfall in parts of the northeastern and northern regions between September 28 and 29.
On September 28, heavy rain is expected to hit the eastern part of the northeastern region, affecting provinces such as Ubon Ratchathani, Amnat Charoen, Yasothon, Mukdahan, Nakhon Phanom, Sakon Nakhon, Bueng Kan, Nong Khai, and Loei. The following day, September 29, the heavy rains are anticipated to extend to the upper northeastern region and the eastern part of the northern region. Areas including Loei, Nong Bua Lamphu, Chaiyaphum, Udon Thani, Phayao, Nan, Chiang Rai, Phrae, Uttaradit, and Chiang Mai are expected to experience substantial rainfall.
Mr. Somkuan highlighted the risk of persistent heavy rainfall leading to flash floods and mudslides, especially on hillsides near waterways and in low-lying areas that have previously experienced flooding. He advised residents in mountainous provinces such as Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son, Phrae, and Nan to remain vigilant and prepared for potential natural disasters. The public is urged to keep abreast of updates from the Meteorological Department to stay informed about the unfolding weather situation.