'Once in 300 years' rain hits Thai city as floods ravage South East Asia
6 hours ago
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- Record floods in Thailand have killed at least 33 people and affected over 2 million, with only 13,000 evacuated to shelters.
- Hat Yai city experienced its heaviest rainfall in 300 years (335mm in one day), leading to severe flooding and stranded residents.
- The Thai military is deploying an aircraft carrier, 14 boats, and field kitchens to provide relief and medical support.
- Vietnam reports 98 flood-related deaths in a week, while Malaysia has evacuated over 19,000 people due to flooding.
- Desperate residents in Thailand are calling for rescue via social media, with some stranded without food or water for days.
- A viral clip shows three boys clinging to power lines to escape rising floodwaters in Thailand.
- Malaysia has set up 126 evacuation centers in northern border areas to assist flood victims.