Flood waters seep into Thai capital

Flood waters have begun seeping into Bangkok’s outer districts, one day after the government opened key floodgates in a risky bid to let built-up water flow into the sea.

There were reports of water entering homes in the northern Lak Si district, which is located along the city’s main Prapa canal.

Water in the area has risen to knee-level in some places, but damage has so far been minor and has not affected Bangkok’s main business district.

The government had predicted canals could overflow, but it is still unknown to what degree.

Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra said today he was worried about inundation in the area and vast pools of runoff draining toward the capital are expected to intensify.