Though Interior Minister Gen Anupong Paojinda tried to calm flood victims by assuring them the storm, which has since been downgraded, was forecast to clear up completely Friday, many face severe asset losses. Trains had to be rerouted via Kaeng Khoi in Saraburi, causing delays to trips between Nong Khai in the Northeast and Bangkok. Nakhon Phanom was reported to be facing a similar problem, with rice stalks on more than 2,000 rai under water, according to officials. The school area and local roads almost turned into canals, with rescue teams using boats to help flood victims. The Prime Minister's Office said the government opened a new channel to help flood victims and is seeking public donations.

Source: Bangkok Post July 27, 2017 21:56 UTC