Impact on Travel:

Across the three countries, utilities like water, electricity and communications services were significantly disrupted. Roads and other infrastructure suffered major damage.

Floods and landslides have severely disrupted rescue and relief efforts in the affected areas, where dozens of roads were impassable. Disruptions to public transportation are likely. Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air and Thai VietJet Air, among other airlines, cancelled or suspended many flights to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY/VTSS) in Songkhla Province, Thailand, through 30 November. Most airlines have since resumed operations with reduced capacities.    

Advice:

• Confirm the viability of overland travel routes before departure.
• Do not attempt to cross floodwaters.
• Immediately evacuate vehicles to higher ground if caught in rising water.
• Remain alert for landslide warning signs, including cracks or bulges in the soil, or the faint rumbling sounds of an approaching debris flow.
• Use flashlights during a prolonged power outage, as candles can cause fires.
• Turn off or disconnect appliances and other equipment in case of a momentary power surge.
• Exercise caution when purchasing and consuming refrigerated goods during power outages, as these may become contaminated.
• Implement enhanced personal hygiene and water sanitation practices. Seek medical assistance if you develop symptoms of acute diarrhoea.
• To minimise the risk of contracting mosquito-borne diseases, take measures to prevent mosquito bites and use insect repellents at all times.