Patong Flood Devastation: Locals Report Worst Disaster in 50 Years
A severe flash flood hit Patong, Phuket, Thailand, carrying mud and rocks. Residents describe it as the worst disaster in 50 years. The report focuses on the damage and local accounts.
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