Tens of thousands of people have fled islands off Thailand's south-east coast to escape what could be the most devastating storm to hit in decades.
Tropical Storm Pabuk is expected to make landfall on Friday evening, local time, bringing heavy rain, strong winds and seven-meter waves.
However it's unlikely to become a typhoon.
A weather warning has been issued but no evacuation order is in place.
Officials have set up shelters for those who wish to stay put.
