Thailand warns of more flash floods as death toll climbs to 31
More than 3.5 million people remain affected by flooding that began in mid-September, including in parts of Bangkok.
Thai authorities warned Monday of more heavy rain and flash flooding as the death toll from floods that have struck the country since mid-September rose to 31.
The Thai Meteorological Department forecast thunderstorms, strong winds and heavy rain across much of upper Thailand from Monday through Wednesday, raising the risk of flash floods in low-lying areas. Heavy rain is also expected in parts of the central, eastern and southern regions, including Bangkok, over the weekend.
More than 3.5 million people were still affected nationwide as of Monday, according to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation. The deaths were reported in eight provinces, four of them in Bangkok.
Days of torrential rain flooded many parts of the capital last week, forcing thousands of people to evacuate. Conditions have largely improved, though water remains in some lower-lying areas. City officials said they are draining the main canals to make room for more rain and deploying additional pumps in high-risk areas.
The government approved more than 4.1 billion baht (about $122 million) in emergency funds for flood recovery last week.
This brief is based on reporting by The Associated Press, republished Oct. 5, 2026, by Mongabay. Read the original: https://news.mongabay.com/short-article/2026/10/thailand-braces-for-more-rain-as-death-toll-from-recent-flooding-hits-31/
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