The move came after the government declared October 27-31 as public holidays, allowing Bangkok residents to brace for what can be considered one of the greatest floods to hit the capital.

	The Parliament was initially scheduled to meet today and tomorrow to discuss the budget bill, but since October 27 is a public holiday, there will be no House meeting tomorrow, Charoen said.

Urgent House meeting today

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Urgent House meeting today

An urgent House meeting will be held today to discuss the flood situation, Deputy House Speaker Charoen Chankomol said yesterday.

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