The death toll from Thailand’s worst floods in decades surged above 400 on Wednesday as public anger simmered over the authorities’ handling of the crisis. The government said the disaster has now killed 427 people — an increase of 42 from the figure reported a day earlier. – The Pattaya Daily News
Residents in affected areas have complained that their homes are being sacrificed to save central parts of the sprawling metropolis, home to 12 million people, leading to protests and the destruction of some dykes. The floods, triggered by unusually heavy monsoon rains that began three months ago, have damaged the homes and livelihoods of millions across the kingdom.
To the families that have been affected by the flood, you have our positive thoughts and we hope that peace is brought to you as time continues on.
To those that had to sacrifice their homes, will the government provide payment or some type of restitution? We hope so, we invite those of you impacted or family members of those impacted to speak with us and let us know the truth.
*Image courtesy of Pattaya Daily News*
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