Authorities in the Thai province of Phuket have declared a red alert level due to the threat of flooding, the Nation newspaper reported. According to the network, the authorities called on residents who live or work along the Bang Yai Canal to move household appliances and valuables to the upper floors. The phenomenon, which was caused by torrential rains and a strong flow of water from nearby areas, caused serious disruptions to traffic on the island, the newspaper added. Video: put Poipuloi/X.