'Podul' to bring heavy rain this weekend
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Tropical storm "Podul", which has been weakening, is expected to hit Thailand this weekend. It will bring heavier rain likely to spread across the lower Northeast, the East, South and lower part of the Central region.
Heavy downpours are forecast for Rayong, Chanthaburi, Trat, Ratchaburi, Phetchaburi, and Prachuap Khiri Khan. The Royal Irrigation Department has told relevant units to manage water in dams and reservoirs by taking into account the expected rainfall increase.
People living along the Phetchaburi River are advised to keep abreast of weather updates.
