PHUKET –
Phuket authorities mounted an emergency response early this morning after a massive fire broke out at Chalong Pier, destroying more than 20 speedboats and prompting swift intervention from provincial leaders.
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Phuket Governor Nirun Phongsitthithavorn ordered the Marine Department to deploy foam to suppress fuel leakage and minimize environmental damage. He also instructed police and forensic officers to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire, including reviewing CCTV footage from the pier and surrounding areas.
Senior provincial officials, including Deputy Governor Adul Chuthong, Phuket PAO President Rewat Areerob, and regional Marine Office Director Adul Ruekmul, were present at the site to oversee operations. Authorities confirmed that all boats had been fully fueled in preparation for tourist trips to nearby islands, raising concerns about the scale of the disaster.
By late morning, rising tides allowed crews to move damaged vessels away from the pier. The governor discussed the need to clear debris swiftly to prevent marine pollution and safeguard Phuket’s coastal environment.
The incident, which left at least speedboats severely damaged, is now under urgent investigation as officials seek to determine the exact cause and strengthen safety measures at one of the island’s busiest tourist piers.
The original version of this article appeared on our sister website, The Phuket Express, owned by our parent company TPN media.
