Heavy rain with strong winds and hail hits several Bangkok areas
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Heavy rain brought strong winds and hail to parts of Bangkok, prompting warnings over poor visibility, slippery roads and weather-related hazards.
- Several areas in Bangkok, including Lat Phrao and Chatuchak, were hit by heavy rain on Thursday afternoon.
- The downpour was accompanied by strong winds and large amounts of hail in some locations.
- Authorities warned road users of hazardous conditions due to poor visibility and slippery roads.
- People in affected areas were also cautioned about potential damage to buildings and vehicles from strong gusts and hail.
Reporters said heavy rain fell across several parts of Bangkok at 4pm on Thursday (October 1), particularly in Lat Phrao, Chatuchak, Lak Si, Ratchadaphisek and Mo Chit.
The heavy rain was accompanied by strong winds in some areas, with large amounts of hail also falling, causing alarm among people in the affected areas.
Road users were warned to take extra care when travelling because of poor visibility and slippery roads.
People in risk areas were also warned to beware of strong gusts and hail that could hit buildings or vehicles during this period.
