Southeast Asia's No. 3 economy to give up to $3,000 each to disaster-hit households

VNExpress - Oct 7, 2026

Households in areas declared to be experiencing an emergency disaster in Thailand will receive an initial flood payout of THB10,000 (US$297) within 15 days without having to submit photographic evidence.

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