Several roads were under 20 to 40 centimetres of water, forcing the proprietors of kerbside shops to move their wares to higher levels. Most of it came from Doi Suthep, flooding the Mae Kha Canal and its branches, which overflowed into adjacent communities, including Sri Ping Muang, Nantharam and Fah Mai Pratu Kom. Motorists rushing through the deluge only made matters worse for residents, sending the water into houses in their wake. The road in front of the Chiang Mai College of Dramatic Arts near Kom Market was 20 to 30cm deep. Barriers were erected to close off a section of road in front of the Fah Mai Pratu Kom community and pumps were installed to direct water into the Mae Kha Canal.

Source: The Nation Bangkok May 24, 2018 04:52 UTC