Bangkok Authorities Deploy Medical Teams Amid Flood Crisis

Bangkok:The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has dispatched 220 medical teams to assist flood victims, conducting over 24,000 health checkups and distributing 9.5 tons of pet food.

According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Governor Ms. Thawida Kamolwech announced that the BMA, through its Public Health Department and Medical Department, is ramping up efforts to aid those affected by the floods. The support includes basic medical check-ups, care for bedridden patients and vulnerable groups, and ongoing efforts to restore physical and mental health.

Between September 26 and October 10, 2026, 220 Emergency Public Health Teams (SHERT) were deployed across 29 districts, reaching approximately 392 communities. These teams conducted 24,916 health checkups and provided services at shelters 23,554 times. Assistance was extended to 4,140 individuals in need, including care for 2,380 bedridden patients, 780 other vulnerable groups, and 635 individuals with emergencies. Psychological first aid was also provided to 304 people.

In addition, the "Big Clean Big Health" campaign is underway to promote post-flood health restoration. Mobile medical and public health units have been dispatched to the affected areas, offering general health checkups to 1,141 people, dental care to 40, and chest X-rays to 67. They also visited 3,121 households, distributing 5,589 medical supplies and 745 relief packages.

For pet assistance, the BMA has placed 28 dogs and cats in temporary shelters and is collaborating with its network and veterinary teams to care for affected animals. The administration has also distributed 9,563 kilograms of dog and cat food to shelters, public health centers, and affected communities.

Residents can access health check-ups and advice at any of the 69 BMA public health centers to monitor and prevent diseases following the floods.