BANGKOK, 27 May 2014 – More heavy rains are expected in many parts of Thailand amid sweltering summer heat.
The Meteorological Department has reported that southeasterly winds covering the South China Sea and the Gulf of Thailand coupled with monsoons prevailing over the Andaman Sea will generate widespread thunderstorms. Strong winds can also be expected in the country’s upper parts.
During May 29-30, southwesterly winds will intensify and move towards the Gulf of Thailand, bringing more rains to the western parts of the country.
On Monday, severe tropical storms have been reported in the Northeast, damaging homes and farms across the region. Residents in Sisaket and Chachoengsao were forced to evacuate after the storms wreaked havoc on their homes and nearby structures.
On the same day in Bangkok, at least 20 cars and pick-up trucks were damaged when strong wind during heavy rain brought down the car park roofing at the Crystal Design Center or CDC mall on Pradit Manootham road. No injuries were reported.
Most of Bangkok and its vicinity will be lashed by rain storms on Tuesday and Wednesday. The average temperature will reach 37 degree Celsius during the day.
