Sillian Innovation promotes model targeting 80% food-waste reduction in Phuket
Sillian Innovation is promoting a “separate–process–use” model aimed at reducing Phuket’s food waste by 80%, according to PostToday.
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Fire at workers’ camp in Koh Kaew brought under control
A fire at a workers’ camp in Koh Kaew was brought under control about an hour after it was reported, with no injuries or deaths reported.
Phuket strengthens firearm checks and school security
Phuket authorities have ordered more patrols, checkpoints and firearm inspections, while schools are to improve emergency plans and security systems.
Fire at worker camp in Koh Kaew contained without casualties
A fire at a zinc-sheet worker camp in Koh Kaew was brought under control within an hour on Sunday evening, with no injuries or fatalities reported.
Rough seas forecast off Phuket as monsoon persists
Waves off Phuket are forecast to reach 2–3 metres, rising above 3 metres during thunderstorms, the Thai Meteorological Department says.
TMD warns of flash floods and rough seas near Phuket on 9 August
The Thai Meteorological Department has warned of flash floods and rough seas as a strengthening southwest monsoon affects Thailand, with waves near Phuket reaching 2 to 3 metres.
Phuket included in warning for strong winds and waves
Phuket was among seven provinces included in a Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation warning for strong winds and waves on 9 August 2026.
Phuket faces rough Andaman seas as TMD warns of heavy rain
Thunderstorms are forecast across 60% of the southern west coast from 8 to 9 August, while seas from Phuket northwards could reach 2 to 3 metres and rise above 3 metres in storms.
Motive under investigation after fatal Nonthaburi school shooting
A 14-year-old student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School on 7 August 2026 before dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Authorities also linked him to the deaths of his grandparents.
Foreigners in Phuket can handle firearms only at licensed shooting ranges, report says
Foreign visitors and expatriates cannot legally own or possess firearms in Thailand, but may use weapons at licensed Phuket shooting ranges under supervision.
Heavy rain forecast for Phuket as monsoon strengthens
Thailand’s Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rain in parts of Phuket through 9 August, with flash floods and rough seas possible.