People Wade Through Knee-High Water in Bangkok as Heavy Rain Inundates Thailand

Heavy monsoon rainfall in Thailand’s capital flooded roads on Tuesday, September 26, as widespread flooding was reported in the country.

Up to 144 mm (about 5.7 inches) of rain fell in the Phra Khanong District of Bangkok, weather officials said in an update published Tuesday evening.

Bangkok officials warned residents to stay away from certain roads due to flooding.

Regions across Thailand could see continued heavy rainfall in the coming days, Thai PBS reported, citing weather officials. Credit: @pete_k63 via Storyful