7 districts of Nakhon Phanom declared flood disaster zone

14 Sept 17:50 Key points summarised by AI

Nakhon Phanom's disaster prevention center declared seven districts a flood disaster zone as the Mekong River continues to rise.
Nearly two weeks of continuous rain, influenced by a low-pressure system and southwest monsoon, has pushed the Mekong River to 10.80 meters, just 2.20 meters below its spill-over point, prompting warnings for residents in low-lying areas.

Flooding persists in Bangkok and 22 provinces

Today 16:00 Key points summarised by AI

Persistent flooding continues across Bangkok and 22 Thai provinces, though water levels are gradually receding in many affected areas.
Over 604,000 families, impacting approximately 1.83 million people, are still grappling with the widespread flood conditions.
The national flood death toll has reached 80 since mid-September, with fatalities reported across various provinces.
Major regions like Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, and Bangkok report significant numbers of affected households, with hundreds of thousands still in trouble.