Thailand: Flooding Transforms Bangkok Streets into Floating Markets

In Bangkok, torrential rains have transformed certain streets into makeshift floating markets, as flooding continues to affect a broad swath of Thailand, according to reports from France 24.

The flooding has already impacted 1.7 million people across the country and caused eight deaths since September 16, according to the figures cited in the report. Images show residents and merchants continuing their activities despite rising waters in certain neighborhoods of the Thai capital.

The extent of material damage, as well as the areas most severely affected outside Bangkok, have not been specified in available information. It is also unclear whether additional emergency measures, such as evacuations, have been ordered by Thai authorities.

Local authorities have not provided, based on available information, any forecasts on the expected duration of the flooding or on any potential worsening of the situation in the coming days.