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Storm causes damage to 40 houses in Thalang
Storm causes damage to 40 houses in Thalang
Tuesday 22 July 2025 10:40 AM
PHUKET: The Thalang District Office has reported extensive damage across several subdistricts across northern Phuket following during the storm that hit the area on Sunday (July 20).
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.
Five rescued as fishing boat breaks down amid storm
Five rescued as fishing boat breaks down amid storm
Monday 21 July 2025 10:14 AM
PHUKET: Five people were safely rescued after a longtail fishing boat suffered engine failure and drifted off the coast of Phuket in rough sea conditions yesterday (July 20). None of the people on board were wearing life jackets at the time of the incident.
Chinese tourist killed by falling tree at Koh Hey
Chinese tourist killed by falling tree at Koh Hey
Monday 21 July 2025 09:24 AM
PHUKET: A Chinese tourist was killed and her husband injured when a large tree collapsed onto a beach chair during a sudden storm on Koh Hey (Coral Island) yesterday afternoon (July 20).
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.
Funny old world: the week’s offbeat news
Funny old world: the week’s offbeat news
Sunday 13 July 2025 12:00 PM
WORLD: From a hero lapdog Lassie to why tennis stars can’t stop pinching Wimbledon towels. Your weekly roundup of offbeat stories from around the world.
Search continues for man missing after fishing boat capsizes
Search continues for man missing after fishing boat capsizes
Tuesday 24 June 2025 11:13 AM
PHUKET: A search operation is underway for a 47-year-old Thai man who went missing after a local fishing boat capsized in Ao Kung, off Pa Khlok, yesterday (June 23).
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.
Missing yacht found adrift more than 40km from Chalong
Missing yacht found adrift more than 40km from Chalong
Tuesday 10 June 2025 12:49 PM
PHUKET: A 48-foot catamaran that broke free from its mooring at Chalong Bay yesterday (June 9) due to strong waves and winds, has been safely recovered after drifting 24 nautical miles.
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.
More heavy rain, rough seas forecast for Phuket
More heavy rain, rough seas forecast for Phuket
Saturday 7 June 2025 11:24 AM
PHUKET:  The Thai Meteorological Department has issued a weather advisory warning of heavy rainfall and strong wind waves in the Andaman Sea and along Thailand’s southern west coast, effective through to next Wednesday (June 11).
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.
More heavy weather to come
More heavy weather to come
Friday 23 May 2025 11:24 AM
PHUKET: Patong Police are calling on motorists to drive with extra caution as heavy downpours continue to drench the island, making roads slippery and treacherous ‒ particularly on Patong Hill.
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.
Heavy rain brings minor flooding
Heavy rain brings minor flooding
Monday 12 May 2025 12:29 PM
PHUKET: Heavy rain lashed Phuket Province this morning (May 12), prompting authorities to maintain close monitoring of potential flooding across multiple districts.
Passengers spooked as whirlwind forces delayed landing in Phuket
Passengers spooked as whirlwind forces delayed landing in Phuket
Friday 25 April 2025 02:55 PM
PHUKET: Passengers on a flight to Phuket experienced a tense moment when a whirlwind suddenly formed near the airport runway, forcing the pilot to delay the landing and circle until the skies had cleared.
Water spouts on Chalong Bay cause internet storm
Water spouts on Chalong Bay cause internet storm
Friday 11 April 2025 04:08 PM
PHUKET: Large water spouts moving through the anchorage in Chalong Bay caused a storm online earlier today (Apr 11), with many local reports branding the phenomenon a ”tornado”.
Heavy rain warning issued for Southern Thailand
Heavy rain warning issued for Southern Thailand
Thursday 3 April 2025 09:08 AM
PHUKET: The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a heavy rain warning for Thailand’s southern region, forecasting severe weather conditions. The department warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall, which may lead to flash floods and forest runoff, particularly in low-lying areas and near waterways.
South Korea says 19 dead in raging wildfires
South Korea says 19 dead in raging wildfires
Wednesday 26 March 2025 02:56 PM
ANDONG: At least 19 people have been killed in one of South Korea’s worst wildfire outbreaks, with multiple raging blazes causing “unprecedented damage”, the acting president said Wednesday.

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