Bangkok’s flood disaster – in pictures
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Heavy rains in Bangkok led authorities to declare a flood disaster as the city experienced waist-deep flooding affecting homes, shops, and roads. The rainfall overwhelmed the canal systems, exacerbating waterlogging in several urban areas.
Authorities declared a flood disaster across Bangkok after almost two days of heavy rain left homes, shops and roads waterlogged and residents wading through waist-deep water. The Thai capital recorded 300mm of rainfall over 48 hours through Saturday in some areas, flooding roads and leaving some cars submerged. The rain swelled the city’s network of canals, sending murky water into surrounding homes, restaurants and shops Continue reading...