Key facts
- Toyota has temporarily shut four plants in Thailand due to flooding.
- Flooding has disrupted parts deliveries to Toyota's Thai operations.
- Thai Airways has suspended cargo operations from Wednesday through Oct. 6.
- At least 24 people have been killed in the flooding across Thailand.
- 44 of Thailand's 77 provinces have been affected by the floods.
Flooding in Thailand has led to the temporary shutdown of four Toyota plants and the suspension of cargo operations by flag carrier Thai Airways. The capital, Bangkok, was declared a disaster-affected zone after receiving 320 millimeters of rainfall in three days, significantly disrupting daily life and business operations.
Toyota's Thai unit suspended operations at three plants and a facility at its joint venture Toyota Auto Works due to disrupted parts deliveries. A Toyota spokesperson stated the company is coordinating with suppliers to restore deliveries and restart operations as soon as possible. Thai Airways cited that many employees were unable to travel to work and announced the halt of cargo services from Wednesday through October 6.
The severe weather has resulted in at least 24 deaths across Thailand, with 44 of the country's 77 provinces affected. On Wednesday, flooding persisted in 32 of those provinces. Government Spokesperson Ekkapob Pianpises reported the death toll at 40, citing health ministry figures, and noted authorities are working to drain floodwaters in Bangkok. The main Suvarnabhumi Airport experienced chaos, with half its personnel unable to report for duty, leading to a backlog of thousands of bags and numerous flight cancellations.