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What changed: In southern Thailand, prolonged rain is forecast for November 9–13 with a risk of flooding and landslides. Details on applying for assistance in the Laksi area and documents for insurance compensation for housing were added.Updated: November 6, 2026
What changed: Warning No. 10 covers November 6–9: unsettled weather persists in the upper part of Thailand on November 6–7, and heavier rain is expected in the south on November 7–9. DOPA has referred fundraising by the foundation “Organization of Good Deeds” to the police, Matichon reports. For fundraisers, a committee permit and issuing receipts to donors are provided for.Updated: November 3, 2026
What changed: The weather warning singles out November 5–7 for the upper part of Thailand and November 7–9 for the south. Assistance conditions were added: 9,000 baht each for continuous flooding lasting more than seven days, and 5,000 baht each for more than seven days of impact on housing in a multi-story building if water did not reach the living floor. The national natural disaster insurance is in effect from October 1, 2026 to October 1, 2027.Updated: November 1, 2026
What changed: From November 2 to November 6, thunderstorms, gusty winds and, in places, heavy rain are forecast, with a risk of flash floods and landslides. Housing insurance covers damage to the building but not furniture; the house must have a house registration and records in the Ministry of Interior system.Updated: October 29, 2026
What changed: On the morning of October 29, flooding was reported at 21 locations in Phuket, along with temporary road restrictions. The new forecast covers October 29 to November 4. Budget assistance for May–September does not automatically mean payments will be assigned for the October flooding.Updated: October 27, 2026
What changed: In Patong, a section of Nanai Street is closed from 10.00 to 16.00 during cleanup work. The municipality accepts applications from affected residents until November 6. A warning about heavy rain and flood risk in the south is in effect until October 28.Updated: October 26, 2026
What changed: A heavy-rain warning for the south is in effect until October 28, 2026. After an overnight downpour in Patong, restrictions on small cars and motorcycles were reported on several streets.Updated: October 24, 2026
What changed: A heavy-rain warning for the south for October 24–28 was added. According to Nation TV, Bangkok has transferred co-financing for assistance to the bank, and payments to residents were expected. Applications are accepted until November 30, processing is planned to finish in December, and damage checks for more than 100,000 applications are expected to take about two weeks.Updated: October 23, 2026
What changed: The heavy-rain warning was updated through October 25. A separate warning for heavy rain in the south and unsettled weather in the upper part of the country for October 24–28 was added.Updated: October 22, 2026
What changed: As of October 22, 09.00, 10 sections of highway in 6 provinces are flooded. Heavy-rain warning No. 12 is in effect until October 25, 2026. Housing measures provide for exemption from rent or deferral of rent-to-own payments for 2 or 4 months, depending on the project and contract.Updated: October 21, 2026
What changed: Heavy-rain warning No. 10 is in effect until October 25. Insurance compensation is provided if a house is surrounded by water and normal life is impossible for more than seven days in a row. Housing measures include exemption from rent or deferral of rent-to-own payments for four months, depending on the contract, and a separate two-month deferral of rent-to-own payments. Benefits depend on the project’s terms and do not cover utilities or other related expenses.Updated: October 19, 2026
What changed: As of October 19, flooding continues in 22 provinces and Bangkok, affecting 604,265 households and 1,830,946 people. According to the reports, the water level is falling in all areas. The heavy-rain warning is in effect until October 25. Bangkok’s residents affected by the flooding can apply for assistance until November 30, 2026.Updated: October 18, 2026
What changed: A heavy-rain warning for October 18–25 was added: first for the south and east, then for the lower northeast, central region, Bangkok and surrounding areas. Housing assistance details were added: exemption from rent, deferral of rent-to-own payments for up to four months, and expenses these measures do not cover.Updated: October 16, 2026
What changed: As of October 16, thunderstorm rain is forecast for 60% of the territory in Bangkok and surrounding areas, with gusts of wind in places. Assistance per household is 9,000 baht for continuous flooding of permanent housing for more than seven days, or for flooding of permanent housing for no more than seven days with damage to property. Assistance of 5,000 baht per household is provided when permanent housing is surrounded by water, so that normal life is impossible for more than seven days in a row. For permanent housing in a multi-story building where water has not reached the living floor, 5,000 baht per household is also provided if normal life is disrupted for more than seven days in a row.Updated: October 15, 2026
What changed: The road summary for October 15 was updated: 50 sections of highway in 12 provinces are flooded, and three sections are impassable. A rain forecast for Bangkok for October 15–16 was added. The initial insurance payout for a covered flood is 10,000 baht; the overall compensation limit, including a top-up for actual damage, is 100,000 baht per household per insured event.Updated: October 14, 2026
What changed: A rain forecast for October 14–20 was added. For Bangkok, thunderstorm rain over 40–60% of the territory is expected from October 14 to October 16. Assistance conditions were clarified: 5,000 baht is provided for housing surrounded by water for more than seven days, preventing normal life; the 10,000-baht insurance payout is also tied to housing being surrounded by water for more than seven days.Updated: October 13, 2026
What changed: A heavy-rain warning for October 13 was added. Housing benefits for affected projects of the National Housing Authority were added: exemption from rent, deferral of payments for up to four months, and excluded expenses. The assistance threshold was clarified: for continuous flooding of housing lasting seven days or more, 9,000 baht is provided; for a house surrounded by water with normal life impossible for seven days or more, 5,000 baht. A separate basis for the 9,000-baht payment is flooding of permanent housing for no more than seven days with property damage.Updated: October 12, 2026
What changed: As of October 12, 14.00, 74 sections of highway are flooded, and on eight, passage is impossible; the next trial run of M6 is announced for October 16 to October 18. Assistance of 9,000 baht is also provided for flooding of permanent housing for no more than seven days if property is damaged.Updated: October 11, 2026
What changed: As of October 11, floods affect more than 3.14 million people in 21 provinces and Bangkok, according to the Thai outlet Nation Thailand, citing the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM). The TMD forecast for the following days highlights the south. Budget assistance provides 9,000 baht for flooding of a house lasting at least 7 days and 5,000 baht for a house surrounded by water under set conditions; a separate insurance mechanism applies to events starting October 1. Rangsit municipal cameras allow a preliminary assessment of road conditions.Updated: October 10, 2026
What changed: The evening TMD warning from October 10 singles out southern Thailand for October 12 and October 13. Highway traffic can be checked by dialing 1586 and selecting 6; for flooded roads in Bangkok, check the city map.Updated: October 9, 2026
What changed: As of October 9, 76 sections of highway are flooded, and on 15, passage is impossible. Assistance under the cabinet decision now covers 66 provinces after Samut Songkhram was added.Updated: October 8, 2026
What changed: According to the road summary for October 8, 14.00, 118 sections of highway are flooded, and on 16, passage is impossible; in Prachinburi, 10 sections are impassable. Traffic has improved in most of Bangkok. For permanent housing flooded for at least seven days, assistance of 9,000 baht per household has been announced.Updated: October 7, 2026
What changed: In the heavy-rain warning for October 9–13, Bangkok and surrounding areas are singled out for October 10 and October 12. For October 10, the lower North, lower Northeast, central region, east and south are also listed; for October 12, the lower part of the central region and the south.Updated: October 6, 2026
What changed: Road summary for October 6: 137 sections of highway are flooded, and on 29, traffic is impossible. A special trial period for traffic on M6 Bang Pa-in – Hin Kong has been announced; on the Rangsit – Nakhon Nayok road, local traffic for small vehicles is arranged.Updated: October 5, 2026
What changed: As of October 5, 09.30 Thailand time, water remained at the Lat Krabang toll plaza on M7, but no traffic disruptions were noted; the first lane remained flooded on both sides. Transport for residents between Yek Kho Po O station and Big C Khlong 5 is provided from October 3, from 18.00 to 22.00, until water levels drop and traffic returns to normal. Help with registration for payments is available at Bangkok’s temporary shelters; information on an application for your address can be checked through the district administration or local authority.Updated: October 4, 2026
What changed: According to the road summary for October 4, 14.00 Thailand time, passage is impossible on 39 of 156 affected highway sections. Restrictions on six Eastern Line trains are announced for October 2–3, or until the situation changes. Registration for assistance opened on October 2; the program covers floods from May 15 to September 30.Updated: October 3, 2026
What changed: According to the summary for October 3, passage is impossible on 41 of 164 affected highway sections. A free trial run on M6 is announced for Fridays through Sundays. Registration for assistance through “Thang Rat” has been announced from October 2; in-person submission of documents is also available. The TMD warning covers the period from October 4 to October 7.Updated: October 2, 2026
What changed: Registration for assistance through the “Thang Rat” app (“ทางรัฐ”) has been announced from October 2. The program covers 65 provinces and Bangkok and applies to floods from May 15 to September 30.Updated: September 30, 2026
What changed: According to the summary for September 30, 14.00, 209 sections of highway are flooded, and on 63, passage is impossible. The special trial traffic period on M6 has ended; the next free run is announced for October 2, then on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.Updated: September 29, 2026
What changed: Data were added on 576,449 affected households, 1,793,887 residents, 256 flooded and 67 impassable highway sections. Temporary road measures are listed for M6, M7–M9 and the Don Mueang road.
Floods in Thailand are still a reason to check your route before traveling: the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts prolonged rain in the south from November 9 to 13, 2026. Current as of November 9, 2026. Below is how to check road conditions and the terms for applying for help: a weather forecast does not confirm flooding of specific streets, and announced payments depend on the program’s conditions.
What is known
Prolonged rain in the south is mentioned in a warning from the Thai Meteorological Department No. 2 (300/2026). Flash floods, river overflow and landslides are possible. If you need urgent support, the following will be useful: emergency help in Thailand.
Historical warning from the city municipality of Phuket Town concerned a red danger level. Residents along Bang Yai Canal were urged to move property higher; this is not confirmation of an active red danger level.
Historical landmarks on the map: a section of the Khok Tanot road (Khok Tanot Road), Karon (Karon), lane Patak Soi 2 (Patak Soi 2) and other points in the Patak lanes — one Patak lane and another Patak lane. Also marked school (Baan Kata School), temple (Wat Suwan Khiri Khet, Wat Karon), Chalong (Chalong), Rawai (Rawai), Kata (Kata), Kathu (Kathu), temple (Wat Suwan Khiri, Wat Patong) and Patong (Patong). Map points do not confirm the current flooding, road closures or the operation of shelters.
Floods in Thailand: forecast and road checks
The weather warning describes the risk, while route passability is checked separately. Earlier lists of flooded roads do not show the current situation; for a preliminary check, the road monitoring system (HDMS) is used.
You can check the condition of highways by calling the number 1586: based on information from the Department of Highways, the line is free and operates 24/7. A rain forecast alone does not mean that a specific road is closed or that travel on it is safe.
Help for those affected and insurance payouts
According to data as of November 2026, the budget program applies to floods from May 15 to September 30, 2026. National Insurance is in effect from October 1, 2026 to October 1, 2027. The budget program does not automatically cover the November flooding.
| Mechanism | Basis | Amount | Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget assistance | Flooding of housing for no more than 7 days with damage to property, or continuously for more than 7 days | 9,000 baht per household | Only the program’s established period |
| Budget assistance | House surrounded by water for more than 7 days, normal life is impossible | 5,000 baht per household | Only the program’s established period |
| Budget assistance | Water has not reached the living floor of a multi-story building, and the impact lasts more than 7 days | 5,000 baht per household | Only the program’s established period |
| Insurance | Covered flood; when a home is surrounded by water and normal life is impossible for more than 7 consecutive days | Initially 10,000 baht; additionally up to 90,000 baht | Total limit of 100,000 baht per case per household |
According to the insurance terms, the house must have house registration and data in the Ministry of Interior system. Damage to the structure is covered, furniture is excluded.
Budget assistance, insurance, and aid from Bangkok’s administration are different mechanisms. The amounts do not add up to a promised payment to every affected person, foreigner, or tenant; additional insurance compensation is also not guaranteed.
Previously announced housing measures included rent exemption depending on the project and contract. They did not cover utilities or related expenses.
How to apply in Lak Si district
According to data as of November 2026, announcement from the Lak Si district office provides for accepting documents daily, with no days off, from 08.30 to 16.00 on the 3rd floor. The “Thang Rath” app (ทางรัฐ) and the city registration website (claim.bangkok.go.th) are available 24/7.
The registration deadline under this announcement is November 30, 2026. It applies to the Lak Si announcement and does not set a general deadline for the whole country.
What to do
- Check the warning from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) and confirm your route via the 1586 hotline. Additional guidance — road safety in Thailand.
- Check the terms of the program that applies to your situation. An application for state assistance can be submitted through the “Thang Rath” app or in person at the local authority or Bangkok district office.
- For an online application for the initial insurance payment prepare proof of identity through the “ThaID” app, PromptPay data, information about the disaster, the home and the applicant’s address, and photos of the damage.
According to a report from the Thai news outlet (Nation Thailand), Bangkok’s residents can report standing water and clogged drains or request emergency help via the 24/7 number 1555 and through the messaging channel (LINE @Traffyfondue).
Before donating, check the organizer’s permit and ask for a receipt. Road conditions and aid terms may change. Before traveling or submitting an application, check TMD and official announcements from the responsible agencies.
Sources
- Meteorological Department: warning No. 2
- Department of Highways: information line
- Government: basis for budget assistance
- Government: insurance coverage period
- Government: insurance terms and application
- Lak Si district office: document intake and registration
- Thai news outlet: reporting channels for Bangkok’s flooding