Thai Floods Warn Tourists: Avoid Bangkok

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Czech tourist Helena Knyblova takes a boat to the airport

While some daring tourists still continue to hang on in Bangkok, the Thai government is warning them to avoid Bangkok as the combined effect of high tides from the sea and run-off water from the north may bring in massive flow of water into the capital over the weekend.

Of the major tourists attractions of Bangkok, its famous Chatuchak Market closes for the weekend as vendors rush to save pricey furniture and exotic animals. So if you the heart to saty on in Bangkok or still want to go there to share the plight of the Thai people in their distress, READ FULL STORY for a detailed update on Thai Floods and be warned that things may turn quite inhospitable over the weekend.

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