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Natural Disaster Risks in Bangkok
Weather hazards, seasonal risks, and emergency preparedness
75
Safety Score
Risk Profile
Highest Risk
Flooding
Lowest Risk
Earthquakes
Seasonal Variation
High during monsoon season
Current Weather Alerts
Flood Warning
MEDIUMMonsoon season flood risk in vulnerable areas
Affected areas: Riverside districts, Low-lying areas
Valid until: July 2025
Natural Disaster Risk Assessment
Flooding
50Earthquakes
90Typhoons
70Seasonal Risk Information
Monsoon Season (May - October)
Risks:
FloodingLandslidesStorm surge
Precautions:
- •Monitor weather forecasts daily
- •Avoid low-lying areas during heavy rain
- •Have evacuation plan ready
- •Keep important documents waterproof
Dry Season (November - April)
Risks:
DroughtAir pollutionWildfires
Precautions:
- •Stay hydrated
- •Monitor air quality index
- •Avoid outdoor activities on high pollution days
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Kit Essentials
- ✓3 days of water (3L per person per day)
- ✓Non-perishable food
- ✓First aid kit
- ✓Flashlight and batteries
- ✓Portable radio
- ✓Cash in small bills
- ✓Copies of important documents
- ✓Medications
Recommended Apps
DDC Watch
Disease outbreak alerts
Thai Disaster Alert
Real-time disaster warnings
Line Official - Thailand
Emergency broadcasts
Historical Natural Disasters
Major Flooding (2011)
Worst flooding in decades affected Bangkok and central Thailand
Deaths: 800+Damage: $45 billion
Indian Ocean Tsunami (2004)
Tsunami waves hit southern coastal provinces
Deaths: 5,000+Damage: $2 billion
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Hotline
191
24/7
Disaster Relief
1784
24/7
Weather Hotline
1182
24/7