Extreme Weather

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According to Natural Hazards, "atmospheric processes and energy exchanges are driven by Earth's energy balance and linked to climate and weather." Examples of severe weather can be anything from hurricanes, blizzards, and tornadoes. Severe weather results from "intense precipitation, are all natural processes that are hazardous to people." (p. 287)

Thailand experiences extreme rainfall and flooding due to its tropical climate. In December of 2016, twelve of Thailand’s 14 southern provinces experienced heavy rainfall. Thus leading to the result of major flooding. Climate Scorecard statistics stated that  Thailand "experienced around 226 mm (almost 9 inches) of rainfall in the first two days of December." This led to major distraction on property and land. Many farms were ruined and about 360, 000 people were affected with 14 deaths. Rainfall continued causing more damage leading the increased risks of landslides and flash floods.

Thailand's government is well aware of efforts needing to occur which incorporates flood management. According to Climate Scorecard "residents from flood-prone communities have strongly opposed the manner through which these flood management measures has been proposed by the Thailand government." One such flood management measure is the construction of flood protection walls, which is associated with controversial debates from both sides.


 






Sources:

https://www.climatescorecard.org/2017/04/thailand-extreme-weather-event/
https://www.voanews.com/a/flooding-kills-dozens-in-thailand-more-rain-on-way/3676895.html
https://weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-precipitation-Rainfall,Chiang-Mai,Thailand

Comments

  1. Ana GGApril 7, 2018 at 12:01 PM

    Yes, flooding is a big issue everywhere for sure.....glad to hear they are putting measures in place to deal with it.

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