Chai Nat Floodwaters Recede, But Downstream Residents Remain Anxious Amidst Foul Odors and Leeches
Despite receding floodwaters in Chai Nat province, downstream residents continue to suffer from foul odors and leeches, delaying their return home. Lingering fears of further upstream water surges persist.
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