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Thousands evacuated amid Bangkok floods

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: France 24
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What happened

Rain is easing in Thailand’s capital, but flooding continues in several low-lying areas.

Thousands of people have been forced into temporary shelters after the government declared Bangkok a disaster zone on Saturday.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:59:00 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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  1. Photos: Heavy rains and flooding in Bangkok force thousands into shelters

  2. Photos: Pope Leo draws hundreds of thousands for open-air Mass in Paris

  3. Rain eases in Bangkok but persistent flooding forces thousands to leave home

  4. The week in pictures: Trump hosts Xi, the pope visits France and floods ravage Thailand

  5. Floods and landslides kill at least 56 people in India, 12 in Nepal

  6. Thailand declares two-day civil service holiday amid floods, could affect court ruling

  7. Thousands evacuated amid Bangkok floods

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