Bangkok gets a month of rain in weekend, disrupting city
The more than 12 inches of rain Thailand's capital received forced the government to close public offices and postpone economic data releases.
Bangkok experienced the equivalent of a month's worth of rainfall over a single weekend, causing severe flooding across the Thai capital. Over 12 inches of rain fell in the city from Friday, nearly matching the monthly average for September, a typically wet time of year. The excessive rain overwhelmed the city's drainage systems, leading to flooded roads and homes.
Major roads were submerged, and vehicles were partially underwater. Residents had to wade through knee-deep water to reach public transport or purchase groceries, with some neighborhoods seeing floodwaters up to chest height. Tourists navigated flooded streets with suitcases over their heads to reach their hotels.
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