There were fears further heavy rain combined with high tides would overwhelm Bangkok . 307 people have been killed during months of monsoon rains across Thailand . Thai authorities on Monday moved to ease fears that the devastating floods that have engulfed much of the country will swamp the capital . Authorities in the capital confident the city has been spared as flood defenses hold . Thais across country donated food , water and money to help the worst - hit areas .
There were fears further heavy rain combined with high tides would overwhelm Bangkok . 307 people have been killed during months of monsoon rains across Thailand . Authorities in the capital confident the city has been spared as flood defenses hold . Thais across country donated food , water and money to help the worst - hit areas .