At least 23 dead in Thailand floods, Bangkok airport in chaos
Summary
At least 23 people have died in Thailand after heavy rains and flooding hit 42 provinces, with Bangkok seeing major disruption as Suvarnabhumi Airport struggled with delayed flights and stranded baggage. The cabinet approved more than 4 billion baht in flood relief and a 160 billion baht drainage project to improve long-term protection.
Key Points
- Thailand’s flood death toll has risen to 23, with 42 provinces affected and Bangkok among the hardest hit.
- Suvarnabhumi Airport faced major disruption as Thai Airways cut flights and reported thousands of stranded bags.
- Tourism Minister Surasak Phancharoenworakul criticized Thai Airways for worsening the country’s image.
- The cabinet approved over 4 billion baht in flood aid and a 160 billion baht drainage project for flood protection.
