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Bangkok floods easing for 3 days: keep damage records now, as relief depends on government decision Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt says rain should ease over the next 3 days, helping drainage in Lat Krabang, where flooding is worst. Affected communities may need about 7 days to clear water. Standard relief follows the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department (DDPM) rules because the areas were declared disaster zones, so keep photos, receipts and damage records. Any extra special relief still needs government approval. Expect more flood risk later; plan for it, not only for this event.

Petchaburi New Road reopens to traffic after flooding; stranded cars being cleared Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Bangkok's Petchaburi New Road has reopened in both directions after heavy rain and flooding, with water receding and only minor puddles left. Crews are still towing stalled cars and moving them to parking points at Soi Kamphaeng Phet 7 and Suan Somdet Saranrat Maniroi park near the Ekamai ramp; owners whose cars were moved should go to Makkasan police station with proof of ownership. Clearance is moving next to Khlong Tan bridge. If your shop or delivery route uses this road, expect residual delays for a few days and plan alternate routes.

Commerce Ministry sets up flood supply watch, hotline 1569 for shortages and price spikes Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

The Commerce Ministry has set up a Single Command system to track stock, distribution and prices by province during flooding, and the military will help move goods into cut-off areas (Sa Kaeo, Lat Krabang). The government is also discussing a central budget to fund low-priced essentials in Q4, and will expand the "Thai Help Thai" low-price goods scheme. For a shop or supplier in flood-affected areas, expect supply disruption and possible price scrutiny; report abnormal price or shortage reports to hotline 1569. No concrete rule change for businesses yet.

Baht seen trading 33.15–33.65 per dollar this week as US yields hit 19-year high Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Krungsri expects the baht to trade in a 33.15–33.65 per dollar range this week (28 Sep–2 Oct). Key drivers are US ISM manufacturing and non-farm payrolls data, plus US 10-year yields at a 19-year high. The baht closed the prior week at 33.35. If you import inputs or pay in dollars, or export and get paid in dollars, this range is the rate to price quotes and hedging against. Oil is also volatile after reports of attacks on Saudi export routes, which can feed into fuel and transport costs.

Flood water still rising in 12 provinces, Mae Klong downstream warned of sudden surge Bangkok Post · Sep 28, 2026

Floodwater is still rising in 12 of 27 inundated provinces, including central areas along the Chao Phraya such as Ayutthaya, Sing Buri and Pathum Thani. The Mae Klong Dam is releasing 1,500 cubic metres per second against a normal 800, and residents downstream in Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi and Samut Songkhram face sudden flooding. If your premises, stock or delivery routes are in these areas, move stock off the floor, secure equipment, and plan alternative routes and staffing now. Check the latest Disaster Prevention Department updates before acting.

Bangkok flooding snarls Suvarnabhumi baggage; Thai Airways bears the costs Bangkok Post · Sep 28, 2026

Flooding in Bangkok since Saturday left ground staff unable to reach Suvarnabhumi, causing 4-6 hour baggage waits and flight delays. Soldiers and air force personnel are helping clear the backlog. Transport officials say delivery of delayed bags may take about three days, and Thai Airways must cover all costs and damages. If your business ships or travels by air, expect delays and plan for late cargo or luggage; keep records of any losses for claims.

Flood relief from 13 agriculture agencies, with free parking at Or Tor Kor market for 5 days Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

The Agriculture Ministry has mobilised 13 agencies for flood relief in Bangkok, surrounding provinces and upcountry areas, handing out food, water and survival kits. Or Tor Kor market offers free customer parking from 06.00 to 18.00 from 28 September to 2 October 2026. Relevant if your shop or business is near Or Tor Kor (Chatuchak/Lat Yao side) or in the affected districts such as Bang Khen, Lak Si, Khlong San Sam Wa or Min Buri: expect disrupted access and possibly shifts in demand. Livestock evacuation of 381,000 animals is underway upcountry, so keep an eye on animal disease risk and feed prices.

UTCC puts 5-day flood losses at 12.3 billion baht, Bangkok hit hardest at 7 billion Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

The UTCC estimates the 25-29 Sep 2026 floods cost the economy about 12,283 million baht in the base case (range 5,896-20,635 million), excluding property damage. Bangkok bore 57% (7,014 million), and Chonburi/Pattaya took the hit in the East (about 2,976 million). Retail, tourism, services and fuel stations saw lower spending, and day-wage workers and small operators lost income that may not be recovered. If water persists into Q4, UTCC says it will revise forecasts. Plan for weaker footfall and cash flow for the next few weeks, and watch for relief measures for small businesses.

Credit Thai bank offers up to 2 months' principal and interest deferral for flood-hit SMEs Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Thai Credit Bank (CREDIT) is offering flood-relief deferral of principal and interest for up to 2 months to SME, MSME, retail and nano/micro-finance customers hit by the flooding. In Bangkok and vicinity, apply between 24 Sep and 7 Nov 2569 (2026). In other flood-hit areas, apply within 45 days of being affected. Details: 02 697 5454. If your business has a loan with this bank and flooding has disrupted sales or operations, contact them before the window closes. Check whether other banks you borrow from offer similar relief.

BAAC branches in Bangkok and the East closed today over flooding; use ATM, CDM or the app Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

BAAC has temporarily suspended service at 13 Bangkok branches and 9 eastern branches today (28 Sep) because of flooding. Customers can use nearby branches, ATM, CDM or the BAAC Mobile app 24 hours. If your business banks or borrows through a listed branch, move deposits, repayments or withdrawals now. Branch Prachantakham (Prachinburi) is open for lending only.

GHB closes 18 Bangkok-area branches today due to flooding; use app, online or ATM for loan payments Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

On 28 September 2026 the Government Housing Bank (GHB) temporarily closed 18 branches across Bangkok and its vicinity because of heavy rain and flooding, including branches inside malls such as Big C Nawanakorn, Future Park Rangsit and Paradise Park. Customers can still transact and repay loans through the GHB ALL GEN app, LINE @GHBBUDDY and LRM/ADM/CDM/ATM machines. If your business banks or repays a GHB loan at one of these branches, move today's payments and paperwork to these channels. Call 0-2645-9000 for details, and check whether your area is next, since GHB says it is monitoring other areas.

Flooding at Lat Krabang and Bang Chan estates has not hit factories yet, but water remains Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Water 20–50 cm deep is standing in the central areas of the Lat Krabang and Bang Chan industrial estates. The Industry Minister says no significant economic damage to factories so far, and IEAT is pumping water out and has sandbags ready. The minister warns that rain is not over, but clouds are expected to move north within 1–2 days. If you run a factory or supply business in these estates, check your own flood barriers and stock, and keep access and deliveries under watch for the next few days.

Flooding closes over 200 bank branches in Bangkok, vicinity and the East on 28 Sep: check your branch before banking Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Several banks closed branches temporarily on 28 Sep 2026 because of flooding in Bangkok, surrounding provinces and the East. KBank closed 57 branches, SCB 37, ttb 16 and Krungthai 105 (74 due to flooding, 31 for special public holidays). Some branches changed opening hours. Before sending staff or collecting cash, check your bank's branch list and use nearby branches or online and mobile banking. Plan cash for payroll and supplier payments in case your usual branch is shut.

Bangkok malls reopen after floods, but some branches stay closed; check before you go Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

As of 28 Sep 2026, most Bangkok and vicinity malls are open, but Fashion Island is still closed temporarily (26-28 Sep) with no reopening date announced. The Mall Lifestyle Bangkapi closes for one more day; The Mall Ngamwongwan opens 10:00-20:00 and both Bangkapi and Ngamwongwan return to normal hours on Tue 29 Sep. Central Pattana says all 44 Central malls are open. Retailers CP All, CP Axtra, Tops and Big C are restocking more often after panic buying. If your shop sits in a mall, confirm your branch's status before stocking or staffing; if you supply stores, expect delivery schedules to shift.

US-China tariff cuts on about $30bn of goods mostly miss Thai SMEs for now Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

The US and China agreed tariff cuts under the Board of Trade mechanism covering about $30bn of non-sensitive goods each way, roughly 90% of covered goods moving to MFN rates. The US list has 77 items (fireworks, toys, household goods); China's has 1,619 (meat, grains, coal, timber, medical devices). Cuts take effect only after each side completes domestic procedures, and the truce is extended to January. For Thai SMEs there is no direct action; watch for shifts in toy, household goods or agricultural export prices and competition, and for China's new agriculture working group, first meeting due by end-2026.

EV import tax may rise to 30%, but no decision yet; the auto industry expects the EV Board to take longer The Standard Wealth · Sep 28, 2026

The Thai auto industry says the import tax on EVs has not been decided. Options of 10%, 20% or 30% are still under review, and the sub-committees must finish before the national EV Board meets. The 30% figure comes from a proposal by 10 auto associations. The industry warns that the number is circulating before a decision, which can drive buyers to rush purchases and dealers to over-import stock, creating artificial demand. For a business in the car or parts trade, avoid stocking up or repricing on the 30% figure until the government announces it. Watch for the sub-committee outcome, since the Board timeline is now open-ended.

Bangkok flooding now under single command by the governor, with relief funds being prepared Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

The PM has put Bangkok Governor Chadchart in charge of the flood response as single incident commander, with priority on draining water and reaching the worst-hit and densely populated areas first. A preliminary relief budget is being prepared, and criteria for compensation are under discussion, but no amounts or eligibility rules were announced yet. For a Bangkok SME: check flood risk at your premises, protect stock and equipment, plan for road closures and delivery delays, and watch for official compensation criteria before filing any claim.

Industrial estates still flooded in Lat Krabang and Bang Chan, minister says no economic damage yet Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

Floodwater of about 20 to 50 cm sits in common areas of some industrial estates, mainly Lat Krabang and Bang Chan. The Industry Minister says no major factory damage so far, though some plants have water seeping in. The Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) is pumping water out and has sandbags ready. Factories in flood-prone areas should check their own sandbag and pump plans now, and keep stock and equipment off the floor. The rain system is expected to move north within 1-2 days, which should ease rainfall, but the minister warned the situation is not yet over.

A one-day flood can stall your cash for weeks, so map your supply chain and cash reserve now Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

An actuarial lecturer argues that flood risk for a business is less about damaged assets and more about how long revenue stops while rent, wages and loan repayments continue. Practical steps: list which suppliers, roads, systems and key customers you depend on, and check whether a backup exists outside the same flood zone. Find single points of failure, such as one machine with a long parts lead time. Simulate how long your cash lasts if sales stop suddenly, separating deferred sales from lost sales and listing new costs like temporary premises and repairs. Set who acts when a heavy-rain warning is issued, before the event happens.

SME D Bank Rayong branch closed today due to flooding; use nearby branches Prachachat · Sep 28, 2026

SME D Bank has temporarily closed its Rayong branch on 28 September 2026 because of flooding in the area. Customers can use nearby SME D Bank branches or any branch nationwide. For questions, call the centre on 1357. If your business banks in Rayong or has visits, deposits or loan payments due there, switch to another branch now and check with the bank on any deadlines affected by the closure.