More rain forecast in the North and Northeast

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BANGKOK, 8 July 2015 – Northern and northeastern residents can expect more precipitation during the second half of this week.

The Meteorological Department has issued strong gale warnings in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand for the rest of the week. Waves could reach heights of 2-4 meters.

Large fishing vessels should proceed with caution when leaving the shore, while smaller boats have been advised to stay ashore until July 13. The monsoon trough, which is moving across the North and Northeast of the country, will bring more rain to the areas.

Heavy rain has been forecast in some areas of the South and the East, especially in the provinces of Chanthaburi, Trat, Ranong and Phang Nga.