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Bangkok declares flood disaster after two days of torrential rain
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- Sep 26, 2026, 7:00 AM UTC
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As sellers waded through floodwaters to sell produce like fish and vegetables from floating platforms and foam boxes, buyers walked or paddled between the makeshift stalls to buy their groceries.
Thailand's capital is battling severe flooding after days of torrential rain. Authorities declared Bangkok a disaster zone as roads and homes were inundated, while forecasters warn more downpours could worsen the crisis.
Nonstop rain since Thursday has submerged Thai capital's roads and canals, sending water into homes and stores.