Thai officials call for crocodile hunters
A man plows through deep floodwater in Ayutthaya on October 15. About 110,000 people around the country have sought refuge in shelters due to flooding. After several of the fearsome beasts were spotted in flood-stricken Ayutthaya, a bounty has been placed on Thailand’s escaped crocodiles.
According to media reports, as many as 100 crocodiles are thought to be on the loose after escaping from flood-hit farms in the area. Authorities say 1,000 baht will be paid for each crocodile caught alive.
More on CNNGo: Crocodiles, snakes and centipedes. Oh, my!
In response to the possibility of humans coming face-to-face with wild creatures such as crocodiles and snakes, the government has set up a hotline for people to call -- dial 1362 -- if they spot a dangerous animal in flooded areas.
Thai floods: The latest
Though much of outer Bangkok is continuing to battle floodwaters due to incoming runoff from the north and continued rain storms, the inner parts of the city are safe, say flood prevention agencies.
The latest Bangkok Post report quotes officials as saying the much-feared mass of water runoff from the north has already moved past the capital.
Now, many city residents are focusing on helping the millions of people in nearby provinces who lost their homes and businesses, as shown in this Asian Correspondent photo essay.
For more on the Thai flood situation, including information on how to help, read CNNGo’s updated info for tourists.
