Southeast Asia is struggling after massive floods and landslides killed more than 400 people in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia. Thousands remain stranded, many on rooftops awaiting rescue. Authorities have launched large-scale search-and-rescue and clean-up operations across affected regions. In Indonesia, heavy monsoon rains devastated Sumatra, leaving over 300 dead and more than 270 missing. North […]
Thailand floods
Drones boost rescue efforts as deadly Southeast Asia floods ease
Severe floods triggered by a week of relentless rain have killed 33 people in Thailand and two in Malaysia, while millions continue to face dangerous conditions. Moreover, rescuers prepared drones to airdrop food as receding waters opened narrow windows for relief operations. Thousands remain in evacuation centres after being trapped for days by water levels […]
Thailand battles historic floods after 300-year rainfall record
BANGKOK: Thailand has broken a 300-year rainfall record, with over 400 millimeters recorded in several areas. Heavy rains caused severe flooding across nine provinces. Authorities report casualties and warn of rising water levels. Floodwaters have submerged homes, roads, and farmland, disrupting daily life and transportation. Rescue teams are working to evacuate affected residents. Many districts […]