Floodwaters in Bangkok Begin to Recede after Heavy Rains

By the Editorial Team · Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Floodwaters in Bangkok began to recede on Monday after heavy rains caused widespread flooding that impacted around 700,000 people and led to a citywide emergency declaration. Officials are intensifying drainage efforts while continuing to provide relief and shelter to vulnerable residents, as lighter rains are expected but some neighborhoods remain submerged.

Floodwaters in Bangkok began to recede Monday following nearly continuous heavy rains over the weekend, though several neighborhoods and major thoroughfares remained submerged. City officials reported improved conditions, allowing them to intensify drainage operations after water levels in four primary canals rose excessively over the weekend, reducing their capacity to absorb runoff from the surrounding areas.

Despite intermittent showers predicted throughout much of Thailand, the capital was expected to experience lighter rainfall. Severe weather was also impacting neighboring countries Cambodia and Myanmar.

The weekend flooding affected an estimated 329,000 households, or roughly 700,000 people, according to Deputy Governor Tavida Kamolvej, citing data from the Bangkok Flood Control Center. Thai media outlets reported at least two flood-related fatalities within the city and a total of 10 nationwide.

In response to the crisis, Governor Chadchart Sittipunt declared a flood emergency on Saturday across all 50 city districts, even as some areas remained largely unaffected. Authorities have focused relief efforts on vulnerable groups, prioritizing older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential supplies and arranging evacuations where necessary. Nearly 7,000 residents were reported to be sheltering in designated facilities as of Monday.

Eastern Bangkok neighborhoods, particularly Bang Kapi district, suffered the most severe flooding. On Sunday night, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the area, walking barefoot through the floodwaters while assisting with the distribution of relief supplies. Near a train station and shopping mall in Bang Kapi, water depths reached approximately knee level on Monday. Shoppers navigated the flooded streets carrying groceries, with some commuting to and from the station on small boats provided by the mall, despite the ongoing light rain.

Efforts to manage the situation continue as authorities work to mitigate the impact of the floods and ensure the safety of affected residents.

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