Heavy seasonal rains and a combination of factors such as the run-off from the North, the rise in water level in the major rivers and rivers overflowing their banks, and the release of water from upstream dams to prevent overflow has resulted in extensive flooding in many parts of the country. Although the situation has eased over the past few days, many parts of the following provinces remain under floodwaters.  | Northern Thailand Nakhon Sawan, Petchabun and Phichit | | |  | Northeastern Thailand Chaiyaphum, Nakhon Ratchasima* and Si Sa Ket *Update for Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat) Province The situation in the districts of Pak Chong and Wang Nam Keow has returned to normal since 25 October. Hotels and resorts, restaurants, and other tourism related businesses in the area are operating normally and are ready to welcome visitors/tourists. The following popular tourist attractions are also operating as normal.  | Key attractions in Pak Chong district such as Khao Yai National Park, the Palio Khao Yai shopping centre, Thong Somboon Club, Chokchai Farm and Life Park at the Greenery Resort | | |  | Attractions in Wang Nam Keow district such as Uncle Krai’s organic farm (known to the locals as Suan Lung Krai), tours to various mushroom farms, Pha Keb Tawan cliff — a scenic vantage point in Thap Lan National Park, and Khao Pang Ma hill | | |  | The Dan Kwian Pottery Village in Chokchai District | | |  | Attractions in the Nakhon Ratchasima provincial centre such as tours to the statue of local heroine Thao Suranaree and Wat Payap temple, and shopping for local souvenirs The following sites have been affected by flooding and remain closed to visitors — Phimai National Museum, Phimai Historical Park, the Sai Ngam banyan tree groves, and Ban Prasat Archaeological Site. | | | |  | Central Thailand Ang Thong, Ayutthaya (Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya), Chachoengsao, Chainat, Lop Buri, Nakhon Nayok, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Petchaburi, Prachin Buri, Saraburi, Sa Kaeo and Sing Buri The following attractions on the island city of Ayutthaya have not been affected by the recent flooding and remain open to visitors. Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Wat Phananchoeng, Wat Phra Mongkhon Bophit, Wat Phra Si Sanphet, Wat Mahathat, Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Lokayusutharam, Chao Sam Phraya National Museum, Chankasem National Museum, Wat Thammikarat, Wat Chai Wattanaram, Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre, Koh Kerd Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre and Lad Chado Market | | |  | Eastern Thailand Rayong and Trat | | |  | Southern Thailand Samui island, Songkhla (Hat Yai district), Phattalung FLIGHTS TO PHUKET AND KRABI ARE STILL OPERATING NORMALLY There is heavy rainfall in Phuket and Krabi but no flooding. Scheduled flights to both destinations are still operating normally. | All other provinces around Thailand remain unaffected. Visitors/travellers are advised to contact the hotel or resort where accommodation has been booked to enquire about the latest situation prior to travel. |
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