Between October 6 – 20, drivers will be unable to make a left turn from Vichitsongkarm Rd on to Chalermprakiat Ror IX (bypass) Rd, or right from Darasamut school to Central Festival.
Samak Luadwonghad, Phuket Highways Office Director told The Phuket News this morning, “We are resurfacing the road because it is very uneven and bumpy, so we need to make it safe for drivers.
“All vehicles turning from Vichitsongkarm Rd on to Chalermprakiat Ror IX Rd will be diverted onto Bangyai Rd (behind Big C). If a driver is coming from Phuket Town and heading towards the bypass rd, they will have to go straight at the intersection and turn right onto Bangyai Rd. From Kathu, drivers will need to make a left turn onto Bangyai Rd,” he explained.
“The project will take around 15 days to complete,” he noted. Officials then plan to close the southbound lane to resurface that section as well.
“If you plan on using this route everyday, I would advise you to allow at least 30 minutes in case of severe traffic during this period.” he stated.