Flood death toll hits seven
Relentless floodwater in Banteay Meanchey has killed at least seven people since late last month, when water began inundating the province, national disaster officials confirmed.
Fatalities from the deluge in Banteay Meanchey include four adults and three children, National Committee for Disaster Management chief Keo Vy said. Officials are continuing to monitor other flooded areas for deaths. …
More than 500 families already have been evacuated from their homes since heavy storms in Thailand began overwhelming the Mekong River, leaving several border towns submerged under chest-deep water. Deaths occurred in Poipet, Sisophon, Svay Chek and Thma Pouk districts, Banteay Meanchey Governor Ty Narin said yesterday. …
“The flood has affected 2,592 families throughout Banteay Meanchey province,” Narin said. “The authorities are still ready to help residents, but we appeal to residents to be careful of deep water in order to avoid drowning.” …
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