The flooding at Romklao Housing Complex has entered its sixth day with water levels remaining steady. Residents are worried as the water begins to decompose and emit unpleasant odors but still have to wade out to receive food.
On 29 Sep 2026 GMT+7, reporters reported that the flood situation at Romklao Housing Complex has reached day six with water levels still steady. Some areas have water up to chest height, while others nearly reach neck level. Residents continue to wade through floodwaters to collect food and drinking water to bring back to their families. The water has started to discolor and emit unpleasant smells after several days of flooding.
The flooding at Romklao Housing Complex began around 4:00 a.m. on 24 Sep and has now entered its sixth day. Water levels remain steady with no signs of receding, causing ongoing hardship for residents who must live amid the floodwaters.
The Thai military, rescue volunteers, the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, and several other agencies continue to mobilize forces to assist by distributing food, drinking water, and essential supplies to those affected.
Another concern for residents is the deteriorating water quality after prolonged flooding. The water has darkened and developed an unpleasant odor, raising worries about potential health impacts if people continue to be exposed to it for extended periods.
The news team spoke with Mr. Anan Piankhiao, a flood victim living in Romklao Housing Complex, Building 32, Flat 5 Kriangkrai. He said the water level around his residence is about chest height and has remained at this level for 2-3 days. Inside his unit are about 12 family members, relatives, and children. They had no food supplies prepared beforehand because he returned from work to find the area already flooded.
When officials brought food and drinking water to distribute, he represented his family by wading through the water to collect the supplies and bring them back inside. The family tries to keep the children out of the water due to concerns for their safety and risks from electrical hazards and contaminants in the floodwater.
Mr. Anan also revealed that after wading through the water daily, he has started experiencing itching on his legs because the water is beginning to decompose. He urgently needs alcohol and disinfectants for personal hygiene as it remains unclear when the flooding will subside. He hopes the water level will drop soon, as the hardship is severe. His employer has called to check on the situation and said he can return to work once the water recedes.