Thai downpours shift north-westwards after Bangkok declared a disaster zone
Summary
Bangkok was declared a disaster zone after heavy rain caused widespread flooding with water reaching waist height. The storm system moved north-west, ending the heavy rains in Thailand, while two Pacific hurricanes threatened Hawaii and Mexico with strong winds and heavy rain.Key Facts
- Bangkok faced severe flooding after continuous heavy rains from a low-pressure system over central Thailand.
- Floodwaters in Bangkok reached up to waist height, leading city officials to declare a disaster zone.
- The rainfall near Prachin Buri reached 213.5 mm in 24 hours, a significant amount compared to London's yearly average of 585 mm.
- The low-pressure system moved away on Sunday, stopping the intense rain over Thailand.
- Hurricane Nolo approached Hawaii’s Big Island, reaching category 2 with winds up to 104 mph and causing heavy rainfall over 530 mm, raising flood and mudslide concerns.
- Hurricane Nolo was forecast to strengthen to category 4 as it moved westward away from Hawaii.
- Hurricane Polo was expected to hit Baja California as a category 2 storm, bringing strong winds and 100-250 mm of rain, raising risks of flooding and mudslides.
- Hurricane Polo will weaken as it moves northeast through Mexico’s Sonora region.
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