This is Pattaya, in Thailand's Chonburi province
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and has now been declared a disaster zone
after it was hit by floods.
The tropical storm Vamco has given way to
the flood -
which caused rising sea levels and heavy downpours
in various areas in Thailand.
Pattaya is a popular beach town - and appears
to be the heardest hit.
Amateur video captures people trying to make
it through the waters on Wednesday evening.
Local media reported that government officials
are working to assist
the flood victims and said residents living
in danger zones have been evacuated.
Thai media said that although water has receded
in many places,
some of the lower areas in Pattaya were still
flooded at midday on Thursday.
This area is a hot spot for tourists chasing
the sun, sea and water sports -
and its nightlife makes it one of Asia's most
popular beaches.
