High risk as mercury risesOn Monday, Thailand will officially enter the hot, or summer, season. There were 212 heatstroke fatalities in Thailand during 2019–2024, with 61 of them happening in 2024 alone. BMA has introduced a four-level heat warning system: green (monitoring), yellow (warning), orange (danger), and red (extreme danger). For example, in orange zones, free cool water and shaded rest areas with fans will be provided. Labour laws have been revised in some areas to allow flexible work hours and require employers to provide cooling facilities.

Source: Bangkok Post February 20, 2026 23:10 UTC