Bangkok floods disrupt city life, 84,000 affected across 21 provinces

World Sep 26, 2026

Bangkok has been struggling with major floods since Thursday, thanks to nonstop heavy rain.

Water levels in the city's canals have shot up over 20cm, leaving roads underwater and daily life pretty disrupted.

So far, more than 84,000 people across 21 provinces, especially in the central region, have been impacted.

And heads up: the Meteorological Department says the downpour is not stopping just yet, with heavy rain expected through Sunday.

Central Thailand residents forced from homes

Flooding has forced many people out of their homes, especially in the central region, where water keeps rising fast.

In Bangkok's canals alone, floodwaters have reached over 20cm, making it tough to get around or stick to any kind of routine.

Bangkok shelters open and alerts issued

To help out, emergency shelters are open for evacuees and government buildings are doubling as parking spots.

People in affected areas have been getting emergency alerts straight to their phones.

Bangkok's governor says teams are working hard on drainage so things can get back to normal soon, even if the rain keeps coming for now.