Northern Thailand is currently facing a severe flooding crisis as the Ping River overflows, prompting mass evacuations of residents and animals, including approximately 100 elephants from a popular sanctuary. Video footage captures dramatic moments as elephants escape floodwaters, while rescue efforts focus on saving both animals and people stranded by the rising waters. The heavy seasonal rains have not only disrupted local communities but also threatened the local economy. As the floodwaters recede in some areas, Chiang Mai remains on high alert for further flooding. Unfortunately, during the evacuations, reports indicate that two elephants did not survive the crisis. The humanitarian and ecological impacts of this disaster continue to unfold.