ASIATODAY.ID, BANGKOK – Southern Thailand is facing one of its worst flood disasters in decades, with at least 13 people dead and nearly 2 million residents displaced after days of relentless monsoon rains.
Ten provinces have been inundated, forcing mass evacuations and prompting an unprecedented emergency response.
According to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation on November 25, 2025, floodwaters in several southern regions have risen up to two meters, submerging homes, cutting off main roads, and overwhelming local infrastructure.
Hat Yai Records Highest Rainfall in 300 Years
The city of Hat Yai in Songkhla Province—Thailand’s major rubber-trading hub—has suffered the most severe impact. The area recorded 335 mm of rainfall in a single day, the highest in three centuries of systematic observations.
Local authorities reported that around 7,000 foreign tourists, mostly from Malaysia and Singapore, are stranded in the city as airports, highways, and rail access remain disrupted.
Collapsed Infrastructure and Widespread Power Disruptions
The floods have knocked out electricity and mobile networks in multiple districts. The Chana Power Plant was forced to temporarily shut down due to rising water levels, though other power facilities continue to operate.
Dramatic footage circulating online shows:
Entire highways transformed into rivers
Brown torrents sweeping through Hat Yai’s commercial center
Residents wading through chest-deep waters
Emergency responders using boats to rescue families trapped in their homes
Helicopters air-dropping aid to people stranded on upper floors of buildings
Some residents were seen attempting desperate escapes by climbing across power lines above the floodwaters.
Government Mobilizes Navy and Multi-Agency Response
The Thai government has declared several provinces disaster zones, deploying navy units, rescue teams, and heavy equipment. Ministries are coordinating large-scale relief operations, while the Irrigation Department works to accelerate drainage using pumps, propellers, and emergency water-diversion systems.
Floods Spread to Northern and Central Thailand
Beyond the south, parts of northern and central Thailand are also battling high waters. Overflowing rivers have impacted 11 provinces, affecting more than 480,000 people. While water levels are reportedly receding, authorities warn that conditions remain volatile.
Malaysia Also Hit by Rising Waters
The disaster has spilled across Thailand’s southern border. In Malaysia, over 12,000 residents in northern states have been affected.
King Sultan Ibrahim has ordered federal and state agencies to accelerate evacuations and provide full emergency assistance. (AT Network)
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