Thailand Grapples with Deadly Floods and Mudslides

Heavy Monsoon Rains Cause Widespread Damage

Torrential monsoon rains have triggered flash floods and mudslides across Thailand, resulting in widespread damage and loss of life.

As of Monday, authorities reported that the floods have killed at least 22 people and injured 19.

Northern Provinces Hit Hard

The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation stated that floods in 22 northern provinces killed 22 people, including 13 in Phuket.

Tens of thousands of people in southern Thailand have been directly affected by the flooding.

Bangkok Prepares for Floodwaters

The Thai government is taking steps to protect the capital city of Bangkok from potential floodwaters.

Inundations in the country's northern and central provinces have already killed six people.

Flooding Extent Dashboard

The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation maintains a dashboard that tracks flood extent at the province, district, and subdistrict levels.

This dashboard provides valuable information for disaster preparedness and response efforts.

Reference Sources

• BBC News: Thailand floods: 22 dead and tens of thousands affected
• Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation: Flood Extent Dashboard