"The Thai government declared a state of emergency in southern Songkhla province on Tuesday, with torrential rains since late last week inundating the tourist hub of Hat Yai. An image from Wednesday published by international news agencies showed murky brown floodwater submerging streets and ground floors of residential buildings in Hat Yai. Authorities say 33 people have died across seven provinces, with causes including flash floods, electrocution and drowning, Thai government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat told reporters."
"The flooding since last week has stranded residents and travellers in their homes and hotels, with rescuers using boats, jet skis and military trucks to take them to safety. The military has deployed an aircraft carrier and mobilised helicopters to airlift patients to nearby hospitals, the army said. More than 10,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in Songkhla since last week, the province's public relations department said."
Days of torrential rains caused severe flooding across seven southern Thai provinces, killing 33 people and displacing more than 10,000 residents. Songkhla province declared a state of emergency as Hat Yai experienced inundated streets and submerged ground floors. Deaths resulted from flash floods, electrocution and drowning. Rescuers have used boats, jet skis and military trucks, while the military deployed an aircraft carrier and helicopters to airlift patients. University campuses and other facilities were converted into shelters and food centres were established to distribute up to 20,000 food boxes daily. Officials expect water levels to recede and attribute worsening extreme weather to human-induced climate change.
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