Samak Luadwonghad, Director of Phuket Highways Office told The Phuket News, “The cement ceiling of the tunnel will be refixed and it could take up to two nights to fix the problem.”
The underpass will, however, continue to be open in the daytime, from 6am to 8.30pm
During the nighttime, he said, “The surface road linking the bypass to Chao Fa West Rd will be open for use but it may not be a smooth [ride].”
He added “I would suggest that all road users to avoid [the Central area] and use alternative roads such as Phra Phuket Kaew Rd or Klong Bangyai Rd. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.”