Kajiki Downgraded to Low-Pressure System—But the Danger Isn’t Over
Bangkok – Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued its 20th and final warning on Tropical Storm Kajiki. Once a powerful storm, Kajiki has now weakened into a low-pressure system. Yet its impact is still being felt, with a monsoonal trough stretching from Myanmar into northern Thailand, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall to Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Phayao, and Nan.
Floods and Landslides Threaten the North
Authorities warn of serious risks from the ongoing downpours. “Flash floods and landslides remain a danger, especially in low-lying areas and near waterways,” the TMD said in an official statement. Residents in the affected provinces are urged to exercise extreme caution and stay updated on the latest alerts.
Rough Seas in the Andaman and Gulf of Thailand
While the north struggles with torrential rain, conditions at sea remain dangerous. A moderate southwest monsoon over the upper Andaman Sea and northern Gulf of Thailand is generating waves of up to two meters, with even higher swells in stormy areas. Meteorologists are advising sailors to avoid thunderstorms and navigate with caution.
Stay Informed Through Official Channels
The TMD stressed the importance of relying on official information. Updates are available around the clock on the agency’s website (www.tmd.go.th) or via hotline 1182 and phone numbers 0-2399-4012-13.
What’s Next After Kajiki?
Though Kajiki is no longer a tropical storm, the weather over northern Thailand remains unstable and unpredictable. Rainfall is expected to persist for several more days before easing, leaving provinces at risk of further flooding and worsening conditions in already affected areas.