Fresh clashes pushed families from villages near the border with Thailand into shelters around Siem Reap. Many spent the night in tents, waiting for news about when it might be safe to return and worrying about relatives and pets left behind.
Thai airstrikes and Cambodian rocket fire broke a ceasefire agreed in July. Both countries accuse each other of firing first. The fighting has already driven tens of thousands to leave border areas on both sides.
