Malaysians advised to have car flood insurance if going to Hat YaiListen to this articleA view of a very quiet Hat Yai city from Hat Yai Municipal Park on Khao Kho Hong hill at night on Dec 6, 2025, shortly after the great flood. (Photo: Nutthawat Wichieanbut)Malaysians planning to vacation in Hat Yai city during the Chinese New Year are being advised to ensure their car insurance covers flood damage. The Malaysian diplomat said although roads are safe as Hat Yai is gradually returning to normaly, visitors should have flood cover for vehicles as a precaution. Hat Yai is recovering from the devasting flood in November that crippled tourism and the hospitality sector, among other economic damage. Hotels in Hat Yai district are struggling due to the plunging confidence of local and foreign tourists.
