At least 170 people have died following torrential rain in the south of the country Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice Torrential rain in Thailand has seen roads and homes submerged by water, leading to at least 170 fatalities – the worst flooding the region