Weather

Laos Warns of More Rain, Flash Floods, Landslides in Early September

Laos will see more rain this week, with the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology warning of possible flash floods, landslides and urban flooding in vulnerable areas. On 7 September, the department said the low-pressure trough will continue moving across central Laos, while the southwest monsoon remains active over most of...

Flooding Affects 34 Villages in Luang Namtha as Roads, Power Hit Across Northern Laos

Heavy rain has triggered widespread flooding in Luang Namtha, affecting 34 villages and damaging...

Flooding Disrupts Flights to Luang Namtha, Oudomxay Also Reports Flooding

Lao Airlines has suspended flights between Vientiane and Luang Namtha after after rising waters...

Sekong Warns of Dam Water Releases as Heavy Rain Raises Flood Risk

Authorities in Sekong have warned residents living downstream of the Houay Lamphanh Lower Hydropower...

Flooding Hits Over 60,000 in Khammouane as Rivers Rise Above Danger Levels

Flooding has affected more than 60,000 people across all 10 districts of Khammouane province...

Authorities Warn Against Extreme Cold Weather in Laos

The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology in Laos has said that the country is likely to experience colder temperatures between 29 December and January...

Today Marks Laos’ Shortest Day in 2022

As the northern hemisphere celebrates the Winter Solstice, Laos will only have 11 hours of sunshine today. It's the shortest day of the year...

Over 100 Thai Sailors Stranded After Navy Ship Sinks

Three Warships and two helicopters were assigned to rescue the sailors after their ship sank in the turbulent waters of the Gulf of Thailand...

Death Toll in Indonesia Earthquake Rises to 268

According to official figures, the recent earthquake in Indonesia has claimed the lives of 268 people, many of whom are children. Around 1,083 people...

Rain Expected This Week in Parts of Laos

Despite the ongoing dry season, parts of Laos will experience rainy weather this week. The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology issued a forecast stating that...

Lao Children Raise their Voice for Climate Justice

From 6-18 November, world leaders have gathered in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, for the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference or COP27. This edition marks...