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Public told not to panic in cell broadcast disaster alert test
Public told not to panic in cell broadcast disaster alert test
PHUKET: Phuket officials have urged the public not to panic as Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) conducts its first nationwide test of its cell broadcast disaster warning system at 2pm today (Jan 20)
Boat crews tested for drugs at Ratsada Pier
Boat crews tested for drugs at Ratsada Pier
PHUKET: Local officials are continuing their campaign to enforce a zero-drug policy in Phuket’s marine transport sector, with random drug tests conducted at Ratsada Pier this morning (Jan 19).
EDC Thailand draws 30,000 visitors to Phuket
EDC Thailand draws 30,000 visitors to Phuket
PHUKET: More than 30,000 Thai and international tourists attended the opening days of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Thailand 2026 in Phuket over the weekend, reinforcing the island’s position as a key driver of Thailand’s shift towards high-value, experience-led tourism, local officials have announced.
Phuket Town opens its ‘One District, One Creative Space’
Phuket Town opens its ‘One District, One Creative Space’
PHUKET: Phuket has officially opened a new creative space in the heart of Phuket Old Town as part of the province’s ‘One District, One Creative Space’ initiative, aimed at strengthening community tourism and driving the local creative economy.
Phuket mourns loss of renowned house DJ Bert Bevans
Phuket mourns loss of renowned house DJ Bert Bevans
The Phuket community is mourning the passing of long-time resident and internationally respected house DJ Bert Bevans, who died suddenly in the UK earlier this month.
Fatal crash, pier fire prompt marine safety overhaul
Fatal crash, pier fire prompt marine safety overhaul
PHUKET: Sweeping new marine safety measures are to be imposed across Phuket following a deadly speedboat collision near Phi Phi Island and a major fire that destroyed dozens of tour boats in Chalong Bay within the space of a week, prompting authorities to acknowledge deep-rooted structural failures in the island’s marine tourism sector.
Phuket marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Phuket marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities
PHUKET: Officials marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025 with a large-scale event at Phuket Rajabhat University on Thursday (Jan 15), highlighting accessibility, equal opportunity and the role of people with disabilities in sustainable social development.
Phuket Smart Bus launches cashless ‘Tap & Go’ payment system
Phuket Smart Bus launches cashless ‘Tap & Go’ payment system
PHUKET: Phuket Smart Bus has officially launched its cashless ‘Tap & Go’ payment system, marking a significant step towards a smart, digitally connected public transport network aimed at both residents and international tourists.
Guardrail works snarl Patong Hill traffic
Guardrail works snarl Patong Hill traffic
PHUKET: Patong Police have warned motorists of traffic congestion on Phra Baramee Rd over Patong Hill due to ongoing guardrail replacement works that have reduced the road to a single lane.
Phuket illegal taxi crackdown continues
Phuket illegal taxi crackdown continues
PHUKET: Authorities have continued their island-wide crackdown on illegal ‘black plate’ taxis, with further inspections uncovering dozens of violations and additional arrests reported in Patong.
Phuket Airport warns of major traffic delays during EDC
Phuket Airport warns of major traffic delays during EDC
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport has issued a traffic advisory warning passengers to allow significantly more travel time when heading to the airport this weekend due to congestion expected from the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Thailand 2026.
Dual Phuket boat shows get underway
Dual Phuket boat shows get underway
PHUKET: Two major international marine tourism events opened in Phuket yesterday (Jan 15), reinforcing the island’s push to position itself as a regional hub for luxury, yachting and high-value tourism.
Anutin in Phuket vows road projects going ahead
Anutin in Phuket vows road projects going ahead
PHUKET: Bhumjaithai Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul visited Phuket yesterday (Jan 14) to explain government policy positions, address concerns over traffic and border security, and campaign for the party’s local candidates, as senior party figures insisted that key infrastructure projects, including the island’s long-planned tunnel, remain on track and will not carry toll fees.
Boat fire wreckage cleared from Chalong Bay
Boat fire wreckage cleared from Chalong Bay
PHUKET: Authorities have completed the clearance of fire-damaged boat wreckage at Chalong Bay following last week’s major blaze that destroyed dozens of tour vessels, with final access works continuing this morning (Jan 15) to ensure the area is fully safe for emergency services, navigation and tourism.
Speedboat driver in deadly collision formally charged
Speedboat driver in deadly collision formally charged
PHUKET: Police have formally charged the driver of a tour speedboat involved in a deadly collision with a fishing trawler near Koh Phi Phi last Sunday (Jan 11), confirming that a drug offence has been added to the case.
Phuket Airport confirms no injuries after Etihad flight reports turbulence
Phuket Airport confirms no injuries after Etihad flight reports turbulence
PHUKET: No passengers were injured after an Etihad Airways flight from Abu Dhabi reported turbulence before landing safely at Phuket International Airport this morning (Jan 14), airport officials have confirmed.
93 illegal Phuket taxis nabbed in one day
93 illegal Phuket taxis nabbed in one day
PHUKET: Authorities across Phuket netted 93 vehicles in a single day yesterday (Jan 13) following the launch of a crackdown on illegal ‘black plate’ taxis and tightened oversight of app-based ride-hailing services.
Phuket officials ready for EDC
Phuket officials ready for EDC
PHUKET: Authorities have stepped up security preparations for the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Thailand 2026, pledging to double security forces and integrate police, medical, traffic and communications operations to ensure the safety of all participants at the international music festival, to be held at Rhythm Park in Cherng Talay this weekend.
Phuket Airport passenger numbers rebound
Phuket Airport passenger numbers rebound
PHUKET: Phuket International Airport has reported handling more than 106,000 flights and over 17.4 million passengers in 2025, as air travel and tourism to the island continue their steady recovery, airport officials have confirmed.
Mooring buoys installed to protect Racha Yai reefs
Mooring buoys installed to protect Racha Yai reefs
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsithavorn has joined the Royal Thai Navy’s Third Naval Area Command in installing new mooring buoys off Koh Racha Yai as part of ongoing efforts to protect coral reefs from anchor damage and promote sustainable marine tourism.