Homes and coconut orchards were left severely damaged after a storm ravaged Ratchaburi, central Thailand on Tuesday night (May 19).<br /><br />Strong winds from the storm had tore down more four acres of valuable coconut trees. Dozens of properties were also damaged by the powerful winds and rain.<br /><br />Video from the next morning shows the provincial government officers visiting the area to evaluate the damage and offer help.<br /><br />Sheriff Tassanapol Puenudom said the the government office will financially assist the locals who were affected by the storm.<br /><br />He said: "We have our standard aid for people who were affected by the natural disaster. They can also go to our offices anytime for help.<br /><br />"We will evaluate the damage and will help them with paperwork so they will receive assistance immediately."<br /><br />Aside from the damaged fruit groves, the officers also found more than 40 houses in the same area left damaged by the storm.
