Govt warns of heatstroke risk as 63 fatalities reported in 2024
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2025
The government warned Thai citizens to be cautious of heatstroke, which led to 63 fatalities last year, according to deputy spokesperson Karom Polpornklang.
Body found on Phuket beach identified as elderly Canadian woman
THURSDAY, MARCH 06, 2025
An 80-year-old Canadian woman found dead on Phuket’s Kata Beach has been identified as Karen Pai. An autopsy confirmed she died from heatstroke, with no signs of foul play. She was last seen leaving her hotel to walk to the beach.
People urged to avoid outdoors as Thailand braces for another hot day
SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2024
Residents of Thailand are advised to avoid staying outdoors for extended periods and to monitor the health of those in vulnerable groups as most of the country is forecast to experience a hot to a very hot day on Saturday, the Thailand Meteorological Department said.
Temperatures in the capital could reach 41°C on Friday
FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2024
The sun will be perpendicular to Bangkok today (April 26), with shadows exactly under their respective objects at 12.16pm due to this phenomenon, the Thai Meteorological Department said on Friday.
How to protect your pet from deadly heatstroke as temperatures soar in Thailand
TUESDAY, APRIL 02, 2024
Hot weather affects furry animals more than humans, a fact tragically illustrated each April by the many reports of pets dying from heatstroke during Thailand’s hottest month.
Public warned of health risks from high temperatures in summer
THURSDAY, MARCH 07, 2024
The Department of Health on Thursday warned of health risks from excessive summer heat, with "feels like" temperature forecast to exceed 52 degrees Celsius this year.