The death toll from devastating floods across southern Thailand has risen to 145, with more than 100 people killed in the hard-hit Songkhla province alone, according to the government.

Devastating flooding has overwhelmed southern Thailand this week, particularly in the Hat Yai district, near the border with Malaysia.

The “total deaths across the southern provinces is 145”, with Songkhla accounting for 110, government spokesman Siripong Angkasakulkiat told a news conference on Friday, updating earlier figures.

He said search and rescue efforts have become more successful as floodwaters started to recede further.

News reports showed rescuers gained more access to residential areas that had previously been submerged under high water, and recovered more bodies, particularly in Hat Yai,

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