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Symbolic image: Thai flood toll climbs to at least 52 as new storms loom

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Thai flood toll climbs to at least 52 as new storms loom

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Monsoon floods in Thailand have killed between 52 and 60 people, according to reports on Wednesday. An industry federation puts the damage at $178 million, Reuters reports.

Bangkok received 300mm of rain, about a month's worth, over three days at the end of September, overwhelming its drainage, the South China Morning Post reports. The toll has risen since the interior ministry reported 31 deaths on Monday, 5 October. On Wednesday, 7 October, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation counted 52 dead, while the South China Morning Post gives 60 without naming its source. Floodwaters have largely left the capital, and officials are clearing mud and dredging canals while homeowners apply for government compensation.

Worst-hit provinces

According to the disaster agency, nearly 3.2 million people are affected across 27 provinces in the north, centre and east. Prachin Buri has recorded 19 deaths, Samut Prakan 9 and Suphan Buri 5.

New storms forecast

The Thai Meteorological Department warns of severe thunderstorms, strong winds and heavy rain from 9 to 13 October. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered all provinces to prepare, and governors and district officials must stay on site. The South China Morning Post notes the strain comes ahead of next week's IMF-World Bank meeting.