
Thailand: Flooding Transforms Bangkok Streets into Floating Markets
Torrential rains have triggered flooding affecting 1.7 million people in Thailand and killing eight since September 16.

Torrential rains have triggered flooding affecting 1.7 million people in Thailand and killing eight since September 16.
Heavy rain and strong winds hit the region on Saturday, leaving at least one person dead, according to US media.
Nearly 300 millimeters of rain fell on the Thai capital, prompting the governor to declare a state of disaster.
Authorities declared the state of disaster after two days of torrential rain submerged roads and canals.
The Thai capital's governor says the situation is stabilizing, despite considerable damage caused by flooded roads and overflowing canals.
Nearly 300 millimetres of rain have fallen on the Thai capital since Thursday, overwhelming the city's canals.

The climate phenomenon, which strengthened in August, now has a 75% chance of becoming the most powerful ever recorded, according to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Nepalese authorities report 6,150 people missing following floods, with 1,403 bodies recovered.