Tolls mount in Thailand, Myanmar floods
Summary
Heavy rains have killed at least eight people in Thailand and eight more in Myanmar, while flooding continues to disrupt Bangkok and affect more than 1.7 million people across Thailand. Authorities say some parts of the capital could take up to a week to drain as rescue and relief efforts continue in Myanmar's southern Tanintharyi region.
Key Points
- Heavy rains have killed eight people in Thailand since mid-September, with flooding affecting more than 1.7 million people across 27 provinces.
- Bangkok has faced four straight days of flooding, forcing school closures, work-from-home advisories, and temporary evacuations.
- At least eight people were also killed in Myanmar’s southern Tanintharyi region by floods and landslides, with more people missing.
- Authorities in Bangkok said it could take up to a week for floodwaters to fully drain.
