Bangkok declares flood disaster after massive 48-hour downpour
Thailand’s capital Bangkok declared a flood disaster on Saturday after more than 300 millimetres of rain in less than 48 hours, leaving canals overflowing and streets submerged. “It’s like at my waist level now,” a local said. The governor has urged people not to panic, saying the situation is stabilising.
Bangkok experienced heavy rain and flooding that disrupted traffic and prompted evacuations. Canals filled with rainfall exceeding 20cm, officials reported on Saturday. Continuous rain from September 24 afternoon to Saturday morning caused widespread flooding, particularly in central and eastern parts of the city. Major roads became submerged, and cars were abandoned due to inability to navigate the rising water levels.
Floodwaters spread across the city, affecting more than 84,000 people in 21 provinces nationwide. Authorities issued emergency warnings through cell-broadcast systems to those in affected areas. The Bangkok Governor stated that the east of the city was most impacted, and warned of more rain forecast. Residents were advised to take precautionary measures such as moving cars to higher ground and considering temporary stays in hospitals for bedridden patients relying on life-saving medical equipment.
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