Rain eases in Bangkok but persistent flooding forces thousands to leave home
Heavy rain fell on Bangkok for three consecutive days starting Thursday, causing extensive flooding across the Thai capital. Authorities declared a disaster affecting all 50 districts, disrupting traffic and forcing residents from several areas to evacuate to temporary shelters. The rain eased by Sunday, but flooding persisted in low-lying areas with thousands still displaced from their homes.
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3 developments- Sep 26Bangkok declares flood disaster across city
- Sep 26Heavy rain and flooding in Bangkok disrupts traffic and prompts evacuations
- Sep 27Rain eases in Bangkok but persistent flooding forces thousands to leave home
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