SAMUT PRAKAN/PATTAYA — Widespread flooding triggered by torrential rains and high tides disrupted daily life in Samut Prakan and Pattaya on Sunday, submerging major roads, stranding vehicles, and claiming the life of a teenager who was electrocuted in floodwaters.

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In Samut Prakan, key arteries including Sukhumvit, Theparak, Srinakarin, and Praksa roads were inundated with water levels exceeding 30 centimeters in some areas. The combination of intense rainfall and high tides overwhelmed drainage systems, causing traffic gridlock and forcing 25 schools to switch to online classes.

Tragedy struck on Praksa Road when 17-year-old Thanakorn was electrocuted while pushing his motorcycle through floodwaters. A wake from a passing pickup truck caused him to lose balance and touch a roadside barrier with exposed live wires connected to streetlights. He died instantly at the scene. Authorities from the electricity agency and police are investigating the faulty wiring to assign responsibility.

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In Pattaya, a sudden downpour lasting less than an hour flooded low-lying zones, trapping drivers and damaging vehicles. On Sukhumvit Road, one car stalled and began floating, requiring emergency crews to rescue the occupant.

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Officials in both regions are working to drain water and restore normalcy, urging residents to avoid flooded areas and check electrical safety during continued adverse weather.

-Thailand News (TN)