Heavy Storms Strike Phuket, Causes Damage and Delays Flights

Phuket –

A heavy storm struck Phuket on Wednesday in the early morning (July 17^th) and brought down trees and power poles and flights were delayed.

Strong winds and scattered rain started at 2:00 A.M. and continued for many hours until late morning.

Transformers in many areas exploded and power poles were brought down which caused multiple blackouts. Large trees were brought down and hit parked cars and some houses.

A gigantic billboard in Thalang was damaged by wind. However, no injuries were reported. Local authorities are providing assistance to remove trees and fix power poles as of press time.

Meanwhile the Phuket International Airport issued a warning in the morning:

Due to heavy rain in Phuket
Phuket International Airport remains open and fully operational.

Passengers are advised to recheck with their airlines for the latest flight details and arrive 3-4 hours before their scheduled departure to prevent missing flights.

For enquiries & assistance.
– Flight schedule: +66-0-7635-1111
– Plans to travel to flooded areas in Phuket: Hotline tel. 1584 (Phuket Provincial Land Transport Office, Department of Land Transport)
– Airport Bus Phuket: +66-080-465-5666
– Phuket Smart Bus: +66-086-306-1257

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At 10:00 AM, on July 14th, 2024, Phuket local media reported heavy rain and strong winds across Thalang, Mueang Phuket, and Kathu districts, causing damage to residents’ properties.