Bangkok:The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is collaborating with the 'Buddy System' to bolster 14 districts heavily impacted by floods, accelerating the recovery process by enhancing waste collection and facilitating COVID-19 relief payment registrations.
According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, Ms. Thawida Kamolwech, announced that the BMA is intensifying efforts to help residents in flood-affected areas. These efforts include facilitating registration for assistance, providing housing and occupational equipment, reinforcing staff in these areas, managing waste, and restoring communities once floodwaters recede to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
Flood victims have two channels to apply for assistance. They can submit separate applications for initial living allowance assistance through the "Tang Rat" application, up to a maximum of 9,000 baht, and assistance for damages through the BMA website. This assistance covers housing repair materials and occupational equipment damage. Claims can be submitted online or in person at district offices during business hours.
As of October 4, 2026, around 343,000 individuals in Bangkok have registered via the "government" system, with 40,173 applications submitted through the BMA system. The 'Buddy System' deploys staff from unaffected districts to support affected areas, facilitating citizen assistance applications and waste collection post-flooding.
The BMA plans to implement a One Single Sweep system for large waste collection, with each district designating collection points and coordinating with private partners for support. Residents can find information on collection points on the greener.bangkok.go.th website or report them via Traffy Fondue.
Temporary housing subsidies of 3,000 baht per month for up to two months are available for residents needing to evacuate for cleaning or repairs. The BMA will also coordinate temporary accommodation to help residents restore their homes promptly.
In Lat Krabang district, critical areas like Keha Rom Klao have water levels around 70 centimeters, while other areas see receding waters. Nong Chok district is adding water pumps, and Prawet district faces significant flooding in select areas. Min Buri, Saphan Sung, Suan Luang, and Wang Thonglang districts report improvements, with varying water levels remaining.
Sai Mai district continues to experience standing water along Phahonyothin Road, affecting several communities, while Bang Khen district faces flooding in specific areas. The situation has improved in Don Mueang and Lak Si districts.
The BMA has directed agencies to maintain thorough documentation of emergency operations to ensure swift, transparent, and verifiable public assistance.