For Thais living in the midst of the worst flooding in decades, everyday life can be quite a challenge.<br/> Getting around has become nearly impossible... Boats have replaced cars, roads have become streams.<br/> With bus services suspended in flood hit areas of Bangkok, military trucks are shuttling people instead.<br/> Some residents are getting creative with their modes of transport-- this person strapped a surfboard to the roof of his car, just in case.<br/> Local media say 55 roads around the capital city have been blocked, which means it's more difficult to get supplies in and out of flood stricken areas.<br/> Residents who are still stranded rely on others to bring them food.<br/> (SOUNDBITE) (Thai) 56-YEAR-OLD GARAGE OWNER, NIKOM TEO-AU,SAYING:<br/> "I think it takes two weeks. I have this car on standby to deliver food. My family is inside."<br/> Now well into its third month, the full economic impact of the floods has yet to be determined although early estimates say recovery costs will top eight billion.<br/> Thailand's Department of Prevention and Mitigation says the death toll in flood related incidents has reached 529.<br/> Julie Noce, Reuters
