Deluge by design: Thai villages flooded to protect capital
In Thailand, a "deluge by design" is being implemented, intentionally flooding rural areas to protect the capital, Bangkok, from inundation. This represents a difficult choice to minimize damage in urban centers, significantly impacting rural residents.
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