Nan city: Floodwaters in Nan City have mostly receded, but the aftermath has left the city covered in mud and debris, disrupting daily life and business operations. Many shops remain closed as business owners struggle to clean up and assess the damage.

According to Thai News Agency, the area of Khaluang Road, which connects to the vital Sri Kham Market in the city’s center, was inundated with water up to head level. Although the floodwaters have subsided, they left behind mud and debris that have turned into piles of garbage. Residents are seen clearing out damaged belongings, including furniture and personal items, and stacking them along the roadside. The flooding has particularly affected business owners, causing extensive damage to their premises and inventory.

Among the affected is “Uncle Chakrawan,” a 64-year-old owner of a fishing equipment shop on Kha Luang Road. He shared that despite operating in the area for over three decades, this year’s flooding was unprecedented in severity. The water level was so high that even items elevated to more than a meter and a half were ruined. The situation is similarly dire for “Uncle Suthee,” also 64, who owns a watch and radio shop. He reported that the floodwaters, which typically do not exceed a meter, rose above head level this year. His motorcycle was swept away over a kilometer, and valuable items such as watches and radios were severely damaged, accumulating losses in the hundreds of thousands of baht.

The recovery process is further hampered by the lack of essential services. Many areas in Nan City are still without tap water, forcing residents to purchase water or collect rainwater to clean their homes. Streets and alleys remain cluttered with trash, awaiting municipal cleanup efforts to restore normalcy.