Bangkok floods send thousands into shelters after days of rain
Summary
Heavy rain has flooded Bangkok, forcing nearly 4,900 people into shelters and affecting around 52,000 households. Authorities have declared a disaster in the capital as roads remain submerged, schools close and residents rush to stock up on food and essentials.
Key Points
- Deep floodwaters in Bangkok have driven thousands of residents into shelters after days of heavy rain.
- Nearly 4,900 people have been evacuated and around 52,000 households have been affected, according to city authorities.
- The prime minister's office urged people not to panic-buy and warned that price gouging would be a criminal offence.
- Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said drainage work was underway while several roads and canals remained flooded.
