Thousands of people sheltered in relief centres in Bangkok after a month’s worth of rain fell over a single weekend. Streets and homes were flooded across the Thai capital.

According to reports, flood damage is estimated at $320 million. Officials raced to drain canals and pump water out of the hardest-hit districts as waters began to recede.

The floods disrupted traffic and businesses in parts of the city. Residents in low-lying areas were advised to move belongings to higher ground and follow official updates.

Thailand’s rainy season often brings flooding, but the intensity of the weekend downpour caught many by surprise. Authorities said relief operations would continue until conditions normalised.

Bangkok’s drainage system struggles during intense monsoon downpours. City officials said pumps were working round the clock, and more rain later this week kept officials on alert. Relief centres will stay open until waters fully recede, and volunteers are helping distribute food and clean water.