[Thailand floods have killed 80 people and affected more than 5.8 million people] October 19th, data released by the Thailand Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department on October 19th showed that from September 16th to October 19th, floods affected 50 provinces across the country and Bangkok, involving approximately 1.898 million households and 5.84 million people, causing 80 deaths. Currently, floods still affect 22 provinces and the capital Bangkok, involving a total of 88 counties and 5,435 villages, with about 604,000 households and 1.83 million people affected. Data shows that water levels in the affected areas are currently on a downward trend. Relevant Thai authorities are continuing to monitor weather and water conditions and carry out damage investigation, rescue and post-disaster recovery work in disaster relief areas. Thailand has experienced multiple rounds of heavy rainfall since September 16, causing widespread flooding.