Phuket Authorities Address Flood Infrastructure and Landslide Risks
The Deputy Minister of Transport has visited Phuket to oversee urgent drainage improvements in Kamala and Patong to mitigate flood risks and address illegal encroachment in landslide-prone areas.
Following recent flood impacts in Phuket, the Deputy Minister of Transport conducted an inspection to evaluate the island's drainage infrastructure. According to Thai Post, authorities are prioritizing the removal of bottlenecks in the Kamala drainage system and the dredging of the Patong canal mouth to improve water flow and reduce flood vulnerability. Beyond immediate drainage repairs, the government is focusing on long-term infrastructure development to better manage seasonal water runoff. A significant component of this initiative involves taking decisive action against individuals or structures encroaching on areas identified as high-risk for landslides. For residents and travellers, these efforts aim to enhance safety during heavy rainfall, though the timeline for the completion of these infrastructure upgrades remains to be confirmed. While these measures are intended to mitigate future flood damage, visitors should continue to monitor local weather reports and follow guidance from provincial authorities during the monsoon season. The effectiveness of these interventions in preventing future flooding and the specific timeline for clearing encroached land are details that will require further updates from local officials.
