Fire at Saphan Hin landfill extinguished, no smoke remains; Phuket completes 34-hour operation and assigns staff for 24-hour monitoring.
Fire at Saphan Hin landfill extinguished, no smoke remains; Phuket completes 34-hour operation and assigns staff for 24-hour monitoring. — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
A fire that broke out at the Saphan Hin landfill in Phuket was fully extinguished after a 34-hour operation, officials confirmed on April 13. No smoke or hotspots remain at the site, and municipal staff have been assigned for 24-hour monitoring to prevent a recurrence. The incident drew a coordinated response from local emergency services, who worked through the night to contain the blaze.
Response Efforts and Ongoing Precautions
Firefighters deployed water trucks and heavy machinery to control the fire, which began in a section of the landfill used for general waste. Officials said the operation required continuous shifts and the use of earth-moving equipment to smother remaining embers.
Phuket City Municipality reported that air quality in surrounding areas has returned to normal levels following the fire’s extinguishment. Authorities have stationed personnel on-site to monitor for any signs of re-ignition and to oversee waste management practices.
No injuries or property damage outside the landfill were reported, according to municipal officials. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Source: https://www.matichon.co.th/region/news_5676162
