Heavy flooding causes disaster in Bangkok
Heavy flooding causes disaster in Bangkok
Updated at: September 27, 2026 at 04:45 AM
On September 26, 2026, Bangkok faced a severe crisis as authorities declared a flood disaster across all 50 districts.
Following nearly 48 hours of relentless, record-breaking rainfall that began on September 24, the capital struggled to cope with the deluge.
With vehicles submerged and residents wading through waist-deep water, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration mobilized over 200 shelters to assist approximately 4,200 displaced people.
Governor Chadchart Sittipunt confirmed that pumping stations were running at maximum capacity to drain water.
Bangkok, historically built on marshland just 1.5 meters above sea level, is no stranger to flooding.
However, this year's rainfall significantly exceeded the historical average for September.
Many residents noted the event's intensity mirrored the historic 2011 floods, sparking renewed conversations about climate change and infrastructure.
As officials work to manage the drainage, citizens are urged to stay indoors, highlighting the ongoing challenge of balancing rapid urban development with the city's natural vulnerability to extreme weather.
