CHON BURI, 17 September 2015 (NNT) – The Ministry of Interior has imposed flood emergency in the beach resort town of Pattaya in Chon Buri province as the area is being lashed by continuous rains.

Interior Minister Gen Anupong Paochinda held a press conference to declare Pattaya Municipality a flood disaster area. He explained that the announcement is intended to allow for the disbursement of an aid budget and mobilize relief efforts for the city.

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