Bangkok market vendors are resuming operations despite parts of the city remaining submerged following recent heavy rains.
Shoppers and vendors in Bangkok's Bang Kapi district are navigating floodwaters as markets gradually reopen. Despite parts of the city remaining submerged, roadside stalls and indoor markets have begun to resume operations. Vendors are setting up makeshift stalls along streets that are now transformed into murky rivers, selling a variety of goods such as meat, fish, fruit, and vegetables. Some buyers are arriving by kayak, canoe, or boat, while others use wheelbarrows and polystyrene containers to transport their purchases through the waterlogged streets.
Indoor markets have also partially reopened, with some local shoppers browsing produce despite the water reaching their feet. However, not all stalls are operational, and some areas remain closed. The floodwaters have created an unusual shopping environment, with polystyrene boxes and plastic tubs used to carry goods and protect against the rain. One vendor even used an inflatable swimming pool to transport his groceries. No deaths have been reported, but the extent of damage to homes and businesses is expected to be considerable.
Why it matters
The resumption of market activity may increase local traffic and strain emergency services.
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What to watch
Watch whether market vendors adjust operations in response to persistent flooding.
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