Thailand flood death toll is 23

Four people have died due to severe flooding affecting many areas, including the capital Bangkok in Thailand, and residents are currently engaged in clearing debris and mud. It is reported that 23 people across Thailand have lost their lives due to this flood, which has been affecting the country since mid-September.

According to the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, approximately 700,000 people have been affected by the floods, and authorities declared a disaster situation across Bangkok on Saturday. 29 out of Thailand's 77 provinces have been severely impacted by heavy rainfall. Some areas of the capital are still submerged, and schools have been closed for a second day. As a result, many people are still working from home. Many houses around Bangkok's canals are flooded, and thousands of people are staying in over 230 shelters across the city.

The floodwaters began to recede from Monday evening, but authorities have warned that it will take about a week for the water to completely drain, and pumping stations are currently operating at their maximum capacity.

Residents of Bang Kapi district say that their properties were severely damaged due to the floods occurring at night without any prior warning. Passengers traveling through Bangkok airports have also been severely affected by the flood situation. It is reported that due to Suvarnabhumi International Airport staff being unable to report for duty, there have been numerous flight delays and baggage claim delays, as well as a large amount of unclaimed luggage piled up at the airport premises. This adverse weather condition has also affected neighboring Myanmar, where eight people have died. Scientists warn that the intensity and frequency of such extreme weather conditions will further increase in the future due to global warming.