The death toll from days of widespread flooding in southern Thailand has reached 33, with more than 10,000 displaced in the country, officials say.

The Thai government declared a state of emergency in southern Songkhla province on Tuesday, with torrential rains since late last week inundating the tourist hub of Hat Yai.

An image from Wednesday published by international news agencies showed murky brown floodwater submerging streets and ground floors of residential buildings in Hat Yai.

“Authorities say 33 people have died across seven provinces, with causes including flash floods, electrocution and drowning,” Thai government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat told reporters. “The water level is expected to recede in the south,” he added.

The flooding since last week has stranded residen

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