In brief
Bangkok has been declared a flood disaster zone after relentless monsoon rains overwhelmed the city’s drainage and pump systems. Authorities are moving floodwater out to sea while residents are advised to stay home and lift belongings to upper levels. Heavy rains are forecast to continue on Sunday, raising the risk of further flooding. BBC’s Jonathan Head reports ongoing challenges in the capital’s flood response.
The capital of Thailand was declared a flood‑disaster zone as heavy rain battered Bangkok over the past two days, forcing authorities to pump massive amounts of water to the sea.
Flooding has inundated lower‑lying neighbourhoods and canal‑lined districts, prompting the government to advise residents to stay indoors and move valuables to upper floors.
With a monsoon trough expected to deliver more rain on Sunday, officials say the risk of further flooding remains high.
BBC South‑East Asia correspondent Jonathan Head reports from the capital, noting that citywide pumps and drainage systems are struggling to keep up with the relentless downpour.
