Pattaya warns 43 provinces to watch for floods and landslides; measures in place to assist the public

The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued a watch for flooding and landslide conditions in 43 provinces, including Chonburi province where the major tourist city of Pattaya is located. The alert is in effect from 28 June to 3 July 2026 to prepare for heavy rain and possible flash floods during this rainy period. Local officials and Pattaya City municipality have opened an emergency operations center and prepared measures to support residents and tourists.

In Pattaya — a coastal city with nearby sloping terrain — authorities are focusing preparedness efforts on several fronts: inspecting canals and drainage systems and cleaning drains to prevent standing water; preparing elevated emergency evacuation sites with basic facilities; and readying rescue personnel, police and volunteers to respond immediately in the event of severe flooding or landslides.

Impacts on residents and local businesses are an urgent concern. Hotel operators, restaurants and small tourism businesses have been advised to store valuables securely, raise electrical equipment off the ground, and prepare contingency plans for guests who may become stranded. Tourist sites such as beaches and nearby climbing areas should be closed or access restricted if safety risks arise. Clear communication with visitors in both Thai and English is important so arrivals understand evacuation procedures and how to request assistance.

Pattaya City Municipality, together with the Chonburi provincial disaster prevention office, has set up a hotline and information center to warn the public in advance, using multiple channels including Line applications, the municipal website and public loudspeaker announcements in communities. They are also coordinating with local TV stations and social media to rapidly disseminate information. Officials have prepared evacuation routes and assembly points for residents in high-risk areas and provided guidance on assembling emergency kits containing drinking water, dry food, medicines and first-aid supplies.

Tourists planning to visit Pattaya at this time should follow weather updates and local authority guidance, avoid coastal and low-lying areas during heavy rain, and keep emergency contact numbers handy. Tourism operators can use this opportunity to reassure customers by explaining safety measures and visitor care plans in case of an emergency.

Over the longer term, Pattaya must adopt flexible planning for climate change by investing in improved infrastructure — such as more effective drainage systems, expanding green spaces for water absorption, and systematically zoning high-risk areas to protect lives and property. Educating communities on risk reduction and emergency response will also help minimize impacts. Relevant agencies must continue to work together so Pattaya remains a safe, prepared tourist city able to cope with future climate changes.