In addition to the reduction of income outlined above, the research team also noted an increase in household expenditures in both rural and urban areas. In some of the affected urban areas, the poorest households were reported to have moved out of their homes during the flood and are currently living in evacuation centers, where they are able to get support covering basic expenditures. In particular, the ability to have three regular meals in evacuation centers was mentioned by participants in the study as crucial in helping them cope with lost income. For those remaining in their homes, the cost of transport has also increased drastically. This was more pronounced in areas which do not experience recurrent flooding and where boats are not usually available. Some of the households interviewed in Utaithani reported that the cost of their daily commute had increased to THB 200 to 500 /day161. In addition, rural households in particular referred to the added expense of having to purchase produce they would normally grow themselves for consumption by household members162.