Bangkok hit by unprecedented flooding as emergency declared

The Thai capital is battling relentless rain, with streets submerged after 48 hours of heavy downpour.

Authorities have declared a flood emergency across all 50 districts, urging residents to stay indoors and move belongings to higher floors.

The city’s canal network has swollen, stalling traffic on its famously congested arteries, while forecasters predict further rain through the week.

Local resident Somkid Pheuk‑ngam described how water has reached waist‑high levels, shutting down her shop for two days without any reported casualties so far.

Governor Chadchart Sittipunt confirmed that the eastern precincts are hardest hit, with pumping efforts still unable to keep up with the cresting waters.

Canals across the Thai capital have burst their banks, leaving roads under water.