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Bangkok declares citywide disaster as torrential rains dump nearly 300 mm since Thursday
Bangkok authorities declared a disaster across all 50 districts after about 300 mm of rain fell since Thursday.
The city government announced a disaster status for every district of Bangkok due to severe flooding. The governor reported roughly 300 mm of rain has accumulated since Thursday. This declaration enables emergency measures to address the rising waters. Officials warned residents of continued risk as the monsoon persists.
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The declaration lets Bangkok deploy emergency resources to protect lives and property amid worsening floods.
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