{
  "id": 7066388,
  "title": "Heavy rain floods Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/heavy-rain-floods-sukhumvit-road-in-pattaya",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T03:30:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Thaiger",
    "slug": "the-thaiger",
    "url": "https://thethaiger.com/news/national/heavy-rain-floods-sukhumvit-road-in-pattaya"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Heavy overnight rain led to flooding on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya on September 10, causing significant disruption to transportation and posing risks to residents. By around 11pm, four locations - Sukhumvit Road near Lotus South Pattaya, the Moom Aroi intersection on Third Road, the railway road behind Wat Tham, and the Nong Yai Soi 2 intersection - were reported to be inundated with deep water. This made it difficult for vehicles to move, resulting in stalled cars and exacerbating traffic congestion. The slick, flooded roads also became hazardous for both motorists and pedestrians, with water seeping into some homes and low-lying properties.\n\nPattaya City officials quickly responded to the situation, deploying personnel to the affected areas to manage traffic and provide assistance to those in need. However, while water levels eventually started to recede, the incident underscored how rapidly heavy rainfall can overwhelm Pattaya's drainage system. This serves as a stark reminder for residents, particularly those in low-lying areas, that a sudden downpour can quickly inundate homes, sois, and parking spaces. Motorists are strongly advised against attempting to drive through deep or fast-moving floodwater, and should instead seek higher ground when conditions deteriorate.\n\nTo prevent further damage, residents in flood-prone zones are urged to move their vehicles and valuable items to safer locations when heavy rain is forecast. Given that Pattaya could face more rain in the future, especially during intense overnight rainfall, officials have stated that they will continue to assist the public while water levels recede. Those requiring help or wishing to report flooding can contact Pattaya City through their hotline at 1337.",
  "summary": "Heavy overnight rain flooded roads and homes across parts of Pattaya late on September 10, leaving motorists stranded in deep water and stalling several vehicles. Flooding was reported at around 11pm at four locations: Sukhumvit Road in front of Lotus South Pattaya on the Sattahip-bound side, the Moom Aroi intersection on Third Road, the railway … The story Heavy rain floods Sukhumvit Road in…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Thaiger",
        "title": "Pattaya orders urgent repairs on Big Buddha Hill road",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/pattaya-orders-urgent-repairs-on-big-buddha-hill-road",
        "published": "2026-09-13T05:00:32.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}