Watch: Bangkok declared flood disaster zone
Heavy rain over the last two days has overwhelmed Bangkok's water systems, with more rain forecast on Sunday.
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"People have been urged to stay at home and those living close to the city's network of canals have been advised to move their belongings to upper floors."
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Heavy rain over the last two days has overwhelmed Bangkok's water systems, with more rain forecast on Sunday.
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