7 NOV 2011

Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7

A round-up of the flooding situation in and around Bangkok, with photos taken over the weekend of November 5-6 and on Monday, November 7. Photos by Post Photographers.

 
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Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
This car parked at Wat Sing in Bang Phlat district emerged after the level of floodwater in the district dropped significantly towards the end of last week. Photo by Patipat Janthong.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
Paddle boats are for sale in the Bang Na area. Prices range from 2,500 to 3,600 baht for small boats and 30,000 to 40,000 baht for larger vessels. Photo by Sarot Meksophawannakul.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
While the water level at Lat Phrao intersection has made the area impassable for small vehicles, this motorcycle taxi driver now earns his living by paddling a boat and ferrying passengers from one place to another. Photo by Apichit Jinakul.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
Most shops at the Chatuchak Weekend Market are closed due to flooding. The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has warned staff at Chatuchak, Phahon Yothin, Ratchadaphisek and Lat Phrao subway stations to be on full alert for flooding. Photo by Patipat Janthong.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
The water level at several places in the Ayutthaya historical park has receded to about 30cm. Photo by Pattarachai Preechapanich.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
Foreign volunteers and students help raise funds at Ratchaprasong intersection to help flood victims. Although the water level in provinces including Nakhon Sawan, Ayutthaya and Pathum Thani has receded, 18 Bangkok districts have been declared evacuation zones. Photo by Surapol Promsaka Na Sakolnakorn.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
Some flooded Bangkokians have been able to catch their dinner in the floodwater. Photo by Somchai Poomlard.
Bangkok Flooding Nov 5-7
Bags of uncollected rubbish fill up a telephone box in the Lat Phrao area, with the smell causing passersby to hold their noses. Photo by Pattanapong Hirunard.