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Heavy rain alert as tropical storm Wipha approaches Thailand
Heavy rain alert as tropical storm Wipha approaches Thailand
Tuesday 22 July 2025 09:24 AM
BANGKOK: Thailand is bracing for heavy rain this week after tropical storm Wipha triggered the opening of an around-the-clock monitoring centre.
Storm warning for Thailand prompts ‘war room’ activation
Storm warning for Thailand prompts ‘war room’ activation
Monday 21 July 2025 09:00 AM
BANGKOK: A 24-hour “war room” has been activated for real-time weather monitoring and disaster coordination.
Heavy rains bring more flooding
Heavy rains bring more flooding
Tuesday 10 June 2025 01:52 PM
PHUKET: Authorities across Phuket are on high alert after heavy rainfall this morning (June 10) led to flooding in parts of the island, with more severe weather expected over the next 24 hours.
Phuket Town steps up flood preparedness
Phuket Town steps up flood preparedness
Saturday 7 June 2025 11:28 AM
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has ramped up efforts to prepare for potential floods with a range of proactive measures aimed at preventing flooding and minimising disruption for residents.
B157bn handout budget to fund other priorities: PM
B157bn handout budget to fund other priorities: PM
Monday 2 June 2025 02:00 PM
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra plans to spend about B157 billion - earlier allocated for B10,000 handouts in fiscal 2025 - on water management, transport and tourism promotion instead.
Phuket on alert after heavy rain triggers local flooding
Phuket on alert after heavy rain triggers local flooding
Sunday 25 May 2025 10:11 AM
PHUKET: Local officials have ramped up efforts to manage flooding and prevent further disruptions after heavy rainfall inundated parts of Phuket yesterday (May 24, according to reports from the Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM Phuket) Command Center.
One dead, 50,000 stranded in eastern Australia floods
One dead, 50,000 stranded in eastern Australia floods
Thursday 22 May 2025 12:34 PM
SYDNEY: Torrential rain continued to lash eastern Australia today (May 22), swelling already engorged rivers, engulfing roads and leaving almost 50,000 people stranded.
Phuket officials ponder flood-response measures
Phuket officials ponder flood-response measures
Thursday 15 May 2025 05:04 PM
PHUKET: While Phuket was experiencing isolated flooding in areas across the island yesterday, local officials today (May 15) held a meeting to start contending with the annual flooding that comes with each rainy season.
B290mn Samkong flood-prevention project moves ahead
B290mn Samkong flood-prevention project moves ahead
Tuesday 25 March 2025 09:20 AM
PHUKET: Officials from Phuket City Municipality have inspected ongoing efforts to tackle flooding in the Soi Phaniang area in Samkong, with the first phase of a major drainage system project completed and further work set to continue.
B4.5bn approved to combat flooding
B4.5bn approved to combat flooding
Wednesday 19 February 2025 01:49 PM
BANGKOK: The Cabinet approved a budget of more than B4.5 billion yesterday (Feb 18) to help households affected by flooding in southern provinces last year and to finance post-flood rehabilitation and development projects.
Premier promises to splash out in South
Premier promises to splash out in South
Tuesday 18 February 2025 09:36 AM
BANGKOK: The government will develop the South to its fullest potential, said Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra during her visit to Phatthalung and Songkhla yesterday (Feb 17).
At least 10 dead in Brazil landslides
At least 10 dead in Brazil landslides
Monday 13 January 2025 11:59 AM
RIO DE JANEIRO: Landslides caused by torrential rains in southeast Brazil have left at least 10 people dead, rescue services in Minas Gerais state said yesterday (Jan 12).
PM arrives in Phuket
PM arrives in Phuket
Thursday 9 January 2025 11:51 AM
PHUKET: Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrived in Phuket this morning (Jan 9) to be briefed on issues and challenges facing people on the island, including traffic management; floods, droughts and water management; and the explosion in the number of tourist arrivals.
Carry On: Governor, key figures look at shaping Phuket’s future
Carry On: Governor, key figures look at shaping Phuket’s future
Sunday 5 January 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: As Phuket prepares to usher in the New Year, Governor Sophon Suwannarat and other key figures have spoken with The Phuket News, reflecting on the significant events of 2024, a year marked by both trials and triumphs. From natural disasters to soaring tourism numbers, the island has seen its share of challenges and progress, laying the groundwork for a more sustainable future.
All silent on Phuket landslide deaths
All silent on Phuket landslide deaths
Saturday 21 December 2024 04:02 PM
PHUKET: A major press conference called by Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat yesterday (Dec 20) touted how much the government is doing to prevent future floods and landslides, but made no mention of any investigation into the deaths of the 13 people killed in the landslide in Kata on Aug 23.
Phuket to hold flood, mudslide disaster response exercise
Phuket to hold flood, mudslide disaster response exercise
Thursday 19 December 2024 09:37 AM
PHUKET: Phuket officials will hold an integrated disaster prevention and mitigation exercise (CPX) Jan 16 to boost the island’s readiness for potential flood and mudslide emergencies. 
Southern alert sounds over more expected rain misery
Southern alert sounds over more expected rain misery
Wednesday 11 December 2024 10:24 AM
BANGKOK: The Operation Centre for Flood and Landslide Victims has warned authorities and residents to prepare for new downpours in the southern region, already battered by widespread flooding.
Government gets flak over flood management
Government gets flak over flood management
Sunday 8 December 2024 10:53 AM
BANGKOK: The administration of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has come under heavy criticism over its handling of the flood crisis in the four southern border provinces of Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat and Songkhla.
Flooding eases in Hat Yai but parts of southern Thailand still under water
Flooding eases in Hat Yai but parts of southern Thailand still under water
Monday 2 December 2024 09:00 AM
HAT YAI: The economic hub of Thailand’s South, Hat Yai, is slowly getting back to normal, while flooding elsewhere in the southern provinces remains serious after the region was inundated by downpours that triggered deluges this past weekend (Nov 30-Dec 1).
Floods ravage four southern provinces
Floods ravage four southern provinces
Thursday 28 November 2024 10:00 AM
YALA: The four southern provinces of Songkhla, Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat are being hit by heavy rain and severe floods that have ravaged houses and forced schools and roads to close.

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