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Disaster zone declared across Bangkok as heavy rain triggers flooding
Nonstop rain since Thursday has submerged Thai capital’s roads and canals, sending water into many homes and stores.
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Heavy rain that began on Thursday has flooded Bangkok’s streets and canals, spilling water into numerous homes and shops. The persistent downpour over three consecutive days triggered severe flooding throughout the city. In response, authorities declared a disaster zone covering all 50 districts of the Thai capital. The declaration reflects the scale of the inundation and the need for coordinated emergency measures across the entire metropolitan area.
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