Heavy Rain Floods Some Voting Stations in Nonthaburi Election
Heavy rain flooded several polling stations during Nonthaburi's provincial governor election on September 20, disrupting voting operations despite election staff efforts to protect ballots and equipment.
On September 20, 2026, reporters covered the atmosphere at the election for Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization governor, held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Heavy rain fell across many areas of Nonthaburi province in the morning, causing flooding and flooding at several polling stations and obstructing voters trying to cast their ballots.
By noon, rain continued to fall in many areas, leaving some polling stations with standing water due to inadequate drainage. Election staff used plastic sheeting to cover and protect voting documents and equipment from damage, while overall voting operations continued.
Reporters noted that two polling units at Wat Phleng (the pink ordination hall) in Thai Ma subdistrict, Muang Nonthaburi district, experienced flooding in surrounding areas after the downpour. Nevertheless, voters continued to arrive steadily throughout the day, particularly during the morning when weather conditions were more favorable, creating a lively voting atmosphere.
Some voters anticipated they might rush to vote during lulls in the rain, fearing heavier downpours in the afternoon. Relevant authorities had prepared contingency plans to manage rainfall and other operational disruptions.
