Devastating floodwaters have reached the outskirts of Bangkok, submerging homes and threatening to shut-down factories.<br/> Boats have replaced cars on roads as victims pack their belongings and head to evacuation shelters.<br/> The Thai government has yet to declare a state of emergency fearing it may scare off tourists or investors.<br/> In the capital city, residents stock-up on essentials. Forecasters say the floods could reach Bangkok in the coming days.<br/> Heavy monsoon rains have also affected parts of Cambodia where more than 200 people have died so far in flooding or landslide related incidents.<br/> Government officials are helping with relief efforts... rice, noodles, and water has been distributed to nearly 1000 families along with a cash donation of about $2.50 each.<br/> Officials say 300,000 families have been displaced with damage costs running at $100 million.<br/> Julie Noce, Reuters
