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Crisis on New Phetchaburi Road: Floodwaters Nearly Submerge Car Tires After Heavy Rain Hits Bangkok

Local26 Sep 2026 09:50 GMT+7

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Crisis on New Phetchaburi Road: Floodwaters Nearly Submerge Car Tires After Heavy Rain Hits Bangkok

New Phetchaburi Road near Ekkamai is submerged under floodwaters so high that cars cannot pass following continuous heavy rain in Bangkok.


On 26 September 2026, reports indicated heavy, continuous rain across Bangkok and its metropolitan area, causing severe flooding in many locations. This has made travel and access difficult, with numerous cars and motorcycles stalling.

. Suan Luang Todayposted images showing New Phetchaburi Road flooded nearly up to the tires of passenger cars, stating that at 06:55 the water level on New Phetchaburi Road near Ekkamai was severe.

At 09:22, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) issued a Cell Broadcast alert stating that Bangkok warns canal water levels are at a critical stage and rising. Residents near canals and in low-lying areas are advised to move belongings to higher ground, secure valuables, avoid traffic in affected areas, check travel plans, and contact local district offices for assistance.



Information from the Suan Luang Today Facebook page