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Bangkok floods turn streets into stagnant lakes
Original: Bangkok at breaking point as floods turn streets into stagnant lakes
Severe flooding has left large parts of Bangkok underwater, with stagnant water covering streets across the city. At least 40 people have died and a disaster has been declared in all 50 of the Thai capital's districts. Experts warn that extreme flooding of this kind is likely to become more frequent and worse across south-east Asia as conditions intensify, putting pressure on the city's infrastructure and residents.
Why now: A deadly, city-wide flood disaster is unfolding in a major capital and experts are warning it will worsen across the region.
Evidence
- Bangkok at breaking point as floods turn streets into stagnant lakes · The Guardian
With 40 dead and a disaster declared across all 50 city districts, experts warn extreme flooding will only worsen across south-east Asia
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