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Phuket is marking World Blood Donor Day with a week-long blood donation campaign, encouraging residents to help replenish vital blood supplies while recognizing the contribution of volunteer donors across the island. Although World Blood Donor Day is officially observed on June 14, the Phuket Regional Blood Centre (Phuket RBC) has been celebrating the occasion throughout the week. From June 8 to 14, all blood donations made at the center are dedicated to the international eve

Authorities have issued a week-long warning for Phuket and five neighboring Andaman provinces, citing the risk of flash floods, landslides, and dangerous sea conditions as heavy rainfall is expected across the region. Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) announced the alert on June 3 after assessing weather conditions together with the Southern West Coast Meteorological Center. The warning covers Phuket, Ranong, Phang Nga, Krabi, Trang, and Satun

A mysterious marine animal carcass discovered on a beach in Phuket has prompted an investigation by environmental authorities seeking to identify the species and determine the cause of its death. Officials from Sirinat National Park responded after receiving reports of unidentified remains washed ashore near a beachfront hotel in the Cherng Talay area. According to Assistant Park Chief Karnikar Wongmit, park staff inspected the site and arranged for the carcass to be removed

Heavy weather along Phuket’s coastline has brought the return of Portuguese man o’ war colonies, prompting officials to issue fresh safety warnings for beachgoers. Thailand’s Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) announced the discovery on May 28 after the venomous marine organisms were found washed ashore on Karon Beach. According to the agency, the creatures appeared during a period of rough sea conditions, with strong winds and waves reaching two to three meter

Thailand’s Marine Department has issued a warning for marine operators in Phuket, including a temporary ban on small boats leaving coastal areas due to worsening weather conditions expected through early June. The notice was released by the Phuket regional office of the Marine Department and later circulated by MCOT radio. The order follows a weather advisory from the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), which warned of deteriorating conditions caused by the strengthening so

Meteorologists have warned that heavy rain across Phuket is expected to continue through May 21, increasing the risk of localized flooding and dangerous sea conditions around the island. The current wave of bad weather arrived in Phuket last week as the southwest monsoon strengthened across the Andaman region. Phuket’s meteorological center, Phuket Met, initially issued a weather warning covering the period from May 14 to May 18 before later extending the advisory through Wed

Thailand’s Meteorological Department has reissued a weather warning for Phuket, cautioning residents and visitors about heavy rainfall and dangerous sea conditions expected to continue through May 18. According to Phuket Meteorological Center (Phuket Met), the island is now fully experiencing the effects of the southwest monsoon, which officially marked the beginning of the low season on May 15. Weather radar images throughout the day showed rain clouds moving from the southw

Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has officially declared the start of the country’s rainy season, confirming that weather conditions associated with the annual monsoon transition fully aligned on May 15. The announcement coincided with the traditional start of the low season in Thailand’s national parks, many of which begin seasonal closures around this time each year. Unlike the Department of National Parks, which follows fixed annual dates, the TMD bases its seaso

Thailand’s Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR), together with the Marine Police under the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), has issued a renewed warning about strict penalties for illegal fishing and underwater hunting of protected marine species in Phuket. The reminder follows an inspection conducted at Kata Beach, where authorities reaffirmed that violations can result in fines of up to 100,000 baht and, in serious cases, imprisonment for up to one year. The

Phuket United FC will play its second home match tonight, May 10, as the club welcomes Phatthalung FC to Surakul Stadium in Phuket Town. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Although the club does not officially hold the status of a youth team, Phuket United FC has quickly earned a reputation as a promising squad built around young local talent. Most players in the lineup are under the age of 21, but the team has already shown impressive performances during the opening rounds o

Thailand is approaching the end of its high tourism season, with meteorologists warning that a seasonal transition could begin as early as mid-May. Phuket, in particular, is expected to feel the shift as prevailing winds change direction and rainfall becomes more frequent. According to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), the recent increase in rainfall across southern provinces does not yet signal the official start of the rainy season. In contrast, northern and central

Residents of Phuket are being encouraged to take part in mobile blood donation drives throughout May, as local medical institutions work to replenish critically low supplies. The regional blood center operated by the Thai Red Cross Society (Phuket RBC), together with the blood bank at Vachira Phuket Hospital, continues its campaign to secure sufficient blood for hospitals across the island. Medical staff report ongoing shortages across all blood types, with Rh-negative blood

Authorities in Phuket have begun urgent preparations ahead of the approaching rainy season following a directive from Governor Nirun Phongsitthithavorn. According to local reports, all relevant government agencies and local administrative bodies have been instructed to immediately inspect and restore the island’s drainage systems to full working condition. The order emphasizes the need to ensure that Phuket is ready to handle heavy rainfall in the coming months. Key agencies

Phuket is set to welcome back two well-known running events this May, continuing the island’s active sports season. The calendar includes the annual Nurses Phuket Run on May 17 and the first stage of the “3 Districts, 3 Lakes” series on May 30. The Nurses Phuket Run 2026, organized by the Ministry of Public Health, aims to support healthcare workers while promoting a healthier lifestyle and reducing pressure on medical services. Participants will take part in a 5-kilometre ru

Phuket authorities have introduced an emergency assistance zone as firefighters continue battling a persistent blaze at the municipal landfill near Saphan Hin, which has now been burning for two days. Governor Nirut Phongsitthithavorn, together with senior provincial officials and the Phuket City mayor, visited the site at approximately 8:00 p.m. to oversee the ongoing response. The emergency designation allows for quicker deployment of resources and additional support for re

Air quality in Phuket continues to stay within the “moderate” (yellow) range, even as Thailand faces an ongoing wildfire and smog season affecting several regions. Over the past weekend, authorities in three northern provinces declared large areas disaster zones due to forest fires. As of April 6, this status remained in seven districts of Chiang Mai, eight in Lamphun, and nine in Phayao. Air quality readings in some northern monitoring stations exceeded 200 AQI last week, in

The Phuket branch of the Red Cross has announced a special blood donation campaign in celebration of Songkran. Donors are invited to give blood from April 7 to April 15 at the regional blood center, Phuket RBC, as well as at various mobile donation units across the island. As a token of appreciation, participants will receive commemorative T-shirts—perfect for joining in the traditional water festivities during the Thai New Year. The main donation center operates on the follo

Thai authorities have issued a public warning after a large concentration of venomous “fire jellyfish” was discovered in the waters around Koh Aeo in Phuket. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Suchart Chomklin announced the alert on March 30, urging residents, tourists, and marine operators to exercise caution and avoid contact with the jellyfish. High concentration detected According to the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR

Phuket is entering the peak of the dry season with its highest water reserves in recent years, easing concerns about potential shortages ahead of the Songkran festival. Although temperatures are expected to continue rising in the coming weeks, provincial authorities have reassured residents and businesses that a severe drought is unlikely. According to official statements and data from the Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR), current water levels remain sufficient