Thai PM apologizes over floods, vows faster drainage and aid

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul apologized for flood hardships and promised faster pumping, drainage, and aid, urging agencies to act on criticism and residents in high-risk areas to move to safety. Flooding has hit 29 provinces and all 50 Bangkok districts, affecting roughly 940,000 households and 2.6 million people as of Sept. 29. Expats should monitor official updates, avoid flooded areas, and follow evacuation advice.

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