Death toll rises to 12 as Thailand, Malaysia face worst floods in decades
15:11, 1 December 2024
The death toll from the worst floods in decades in southern Thailand and northern Malaysia climbed to at least 12 on Saturday, relevant authorities in both countries said, as tens of thousands of people were evacuated due to rising water levels in the past three days, WAM reports.
In southern Thailand, the floods have impacted nearly 534,000 households, with the death toll climbing to nine from four reported on Friday and leaving thousands in 200 temporary shelters that have been set up in affected areas.
Recall that Spain’s devastating floods, especially in the Valencia province, cost the country’s financial sector over $20 billion, according to the Bank of Spain.
