A heavy thunderstorm struck Pattaya City in Thailand on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, causing widespread flash floods that brought much of the city to a standstill. The worst-hit were Soi Khao Noi, Pattaya Beach Road, and Pattaya Third Road.
Floodwater on some roads reached more than 1 m (3 feet) deep. Traffic was disrupted for several hours, prompting authorities to dispatch police in multiple areas to help direct motorists.
In Soi Khao Talo, the floodwater reportedly almost reached a car's roof. The driver and the passenger were rescued with help from police and local residents.
TMD more thundershowers until Tuesday next week, July 14.
The Sukhumvit today ..#Pattaya #พัทยา #Thailand pic.twitter.com/KZm4c0Yxya
— TaaSaparot (@TaaSaparot) July 7, 2020
Some heavy rain in Pattaya today, so how has the new Beach Road drainage system coped then? #PattayaBeachRoad #Pattaya #พัทยา #Thailand pic.twitter.com/qUosVl9zAl
— TaaSaparot (@TaaSaparot) July 7, 2020
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