เพจดังเปิดภาพ "ลานจอด" บนยอดเขานาคเกิด จ.ภูเก็ต จุดเกิดเหตุดินสไลด์ทับ 13 ศพ

*เพจดังเปิดภาพ "ลานจอด" บนยอดเขานาคเกิด จ.ภูเก็ต จุดเกิดเหตุดินสไลด์ทับ 13 ศพ — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.*

Published: 2026-03-14 16:40 UTC Event date: developing

Thirteen people have died after a landslide triggered by heavy rainfall struck a residential area behind Wat Kata in Karon Subdistrict, Muang District, Phuket, officials confirmed on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred near the end of Soi Patak 2, where rescue teams concluded their search operations after recovering all missing persons.

The victims include two Russian nationals, two Thai citizens, and nine Myanmar nationals. Authorities are currently in the process of confirming the identities of those who lost their lives. The landslide originated from Nakkerd Hill, a prominent mountain in the area. In response to the disaster, Phuket’s disaster prevention and mitigation officials, along with local rescue units, established an emergency command center behind Wat Kata, between Soi Patak 2 and Soi Patak 4, to coordinate search and recovery efforts.

Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew visited the site and announced the end of the search, stating that no additional missing persons had been reported. The landslide and resulting fatalities have raised concerns among local residents and the large expatriate and migrant worker communities in the area, which is home to both Thai and foreign nationals. The incident also has potential implications for Phuket’s tourism industry, as the affected area is located near popular tourist destinations.

In the aftermath, social media platforms and local news pages such as Phuket Info Center posted aerial images and video footage showing recent construction on the summit of Nakkerd Hill, including a newly built parking area. The photos reveal a long scar of disturbed earth running from the hilltop down to the disaster site, suggesting a possible connection between the construction and the path of the landslide. Online commentators have urged relevant authorities to investigate whether the new parking area and related land alterations contributed to the disaster by increasing runoff and destabilizing the slope during heavy rain.

Local authorities have not yet commented on the cause of the landslide or whether any building regulations may have been breached. The Phuket Info Center has called for a formal review of construction activities on Nakkerd Hill and their possible role in the incident.

As the community mourns the loss of life, officials are expected to continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the landslide. Residents and visitors are advised to remain alert during the ongoing rainy season, with further updates anticipated from provincial authorities regarding safety measures and the outcome of any investigations.

Source: https://www.sanook.com/news/9522150/