Deputy Mayor Suphot visited the revered park yesterday (Dec 19) at the construction site of the Phuket Care Center.
The inspection follows concerns raised by local residents about potential contamination and water quality issues.
Initial findings revealed that wastewater mixed with a significant amount of garbage was blocking the water path, causing overflow into the reservoir.
Officials from the Phuket City Municipality’s engineering department had previously adjusted the area and dug channels to divert wastewater into a treatment pond.
However, the blockage disrupted this system, allowing wastewater to spill into the reservoir.
Deputy Mayor Suphot immediately coordinated with municipal engineering officials to clear the garbage and restore proper flow to the treatment pond.
In addressing the broader water management challenges at Chalermprakiat Rama 9 Park, Mr Suphot noted that the current warm weather had triggered reactions in the water, turning it a dark green colour.
To combat this, officials have installed an aerator to aerate and improve water quality.
Efforts are ongoing to ensure the reservoir remains clean and safe for public use while addressing underlying waste management issues in the area, Deputy Mayor Suphot said.