Floods Block Roads at Malaysia-Thailand Border, Over 200 Malaysians Forced to Spend Night at Petrol Station

Recently, heavy rain has caused severe flooding in the Hat Yai area of Thailand. The main road towards Dannok at the Malaysia-Thailand border became submerged by rising river waters, causing large numbers of small vehicles to be stranded. At least 200 Malaysian tourists had their journey home further disrupted and were forced to spend the night at a local petrol station.

According to netizen Alez Ander who uploaded the video, the footage was filmed at 4:30 AM Thai time (5:30 AM Malaysian time).

In the footage, Malaysian-registered vehicles can be seen filling up the petrol station, with the sounds of crying babies and sighing elderly people at the scene, making for a heart-wrenching picture.

It is understood that because floodwaters have flowed up onto the road, small vehicles are completely unable to pass. Many families can only shelter in their cars or at the petrol station, practically becoming “homeless.”

Alez Ander, who uploaded the video, hopes that it will draw the Malaysian authorities' attention and calls for more rescue personnel to be sent to assist on the flooded roads in southern Thailand, to help manage traffic and assist Malaysians in distress.

Currently, the rain in that area has still not completely subsided, and routes back to Malaysia have yet to fully reopen. The public is urged to stay updated with the latest traffic announcements for safety.