Phuket went under water due to heavy rains. A massive flood occurred at a popular resort in Thailand. At night, heavy rain caused a flood of water, stones and mud that hit Patong. Water flooded the first floors of hotels and shops, damaged parked cars and filled the streets with soil. Patong declared a disaster area and opened three shelters for tourists and locals. Almost 143 mm of precipitation fell there in 24 hours; forecasters warn that the rain could continue.

Phuket went under water due to heavy rains. A massive flood occurred at a popular resort in Thailand. At night, heavy rain caused a flood of water, stones and mud that hit Patong. Water flooded the first floors of hotels and shops, damaged parked cars and filled the streets with soil. Patong declared a disaster area and opened three shelters for tourists and locals. Almost 143 mm of precipitation fell there in 24 hours; forecasters warn that the rain could continue.