Phuket City Municipality Chief Administrative Officer (Palad) Chalermporn Piyanarongroj, currently serving as Acting Mayor, said the municipality has been working continuously to improve water drainage and monitor flood-prone areas.
Teams have been deployed across the city to dredge canals, remove blockages in waterways and suck out sediment and mud from drainage systems to ensure water flows freely.
“We are closely monitoring water levels, especially in Klong Bang Yai, which runs through key parts of the town. Our officers are on standby 24 hours a day to respond to flooding and areas where water drainage is delayed,” Mr Chalermporn said.
Engineers have been stationed at flood-risk locations to maintain and operate water pumps provided by both the municipality and partner agencies, including the Phuket Provincial Administrative Organisation (PPAO) and the Chonlapan Project.
The pumps are ready for round-the-clock use during heavy rainfall.
In addition, 2,500 sandbags have been prepared for distribution to residents in vulnerable areas.
Technology is also playing a key role in the city’s flood response plan. The municipality is using real-time water level monitoring at the Komarabhat Bridge and has implemented a warning system to alert the public. If the system flashes red, residents are urged to quickly move belongings to higher ground.
Authorities are asking the public to stay updated through official channels, including the Phuket City Municipality Facebook page and LINE application.
“The municipality is committed to doing everything possible to protect lives and property,” Mr Chalermporn emphasised. “Public cooperation and timely communication are essential to ensuring safety during this season.”