“Bangkok roads submerged as flood disaster declared” - Thailand’s capital has been declared a flood emergency after 48 hours of heavy rain left streets underwater and traffic chaos.”
“Residents have been urged to stay at home and those living close to the city’s network of canals advised to move belongings to upper floors.”
“Thunderstorms are common at this time of year but extreme weather has inundated Bangkok’s drainage system, overwhelming a city already plagued by congestion.”
“Rain is expected to continue into Sunday, with officials fearing that more canals could burst their banks.”
“Somkid Pheuk-ngam, 67, told AFP he has been unable to leave his shop for two days as water reached waist level.”
“He said water levels appear worse than the 2011 floods that killed hundreds across Thailand, but no casualties have yet been reported in Bangkok.”
“Thai Meteorological Service forecast another round of heavy rain through the week; the low pressure zone is moving towards central Thailand.”
“All 50 districts have been declared emergency zones. Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said the east of the city has been hardest hit. Water remains full in every canal, posing risk to residents.”
“The authorities are trying to pump water out, but the drainage system has collapsed under the relentless downpours.”
“No casualties have been reported so far, but residents are advised to stay indoors during the ongoing weather event.”
“The flood emergency reflects the growing threat of extreme weather in Southeast Asia, and underscores the need for resilient infrastructure and emergency planning.”
