Fire at Patong hotel worksite contained after suspected fuse box blast
A fire at the LPK Hotel & Restaurant worksite in Patong was contained on Wednesday, with no injuries reported and damage largely limited to the electrical system.
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Fire at Patong massage shop brought under control with no injuries reported
A fire at Karnda Massage on Phra Metta Road in Patong was contained on Tuesday morning, with no injuries reported and only minor property damage found in initial inspections.
Two foreign tourists arrested in Patong after allegedly assaulting police during drunken disturbance
Two foreign tourists were arrested in Patong after police said they assaulted officers during a drunken disturbance, leaving three officers injured.
Phuket blood centres continue June donation drives amid Rh-negative shortage
Phuket blood donation centres are continuing mobile drives throughout June as the Phuket Regional Blood Centre reports a persistent shortage of Rh-negative blood linked to rising demand from tourist-related accidents and medical emergencies.
Blue Button jellyfish found at Patong, lifeguards issue safety advice
Phuket lifeguards reported Blue Buttons at Patong on May 30 and warned beachgoers not to handle the stinging marine creatures with bare hands.
Phuket municipal waste falls 9.38% in April as tourist numbers ease
Phuket’s municipal waste volume fell 9.38% in April from the previous month, with officials citing improved waste management and lower tourist numbers during the start of the low season.
Police hunt suspect after Kathu man stabbed in dispute
Phuket police are searching for a suspect after a 29-year-old man was stabbed following a dispute that began in Kathu and continued into Patong.
Patong police seize motorbike after tourist found riding without a license
Patong police said they seized a motorcycle and began legal action after a tourist was found riding near the beach at night without a valid driver’s license.
11 visitors from Congo and Uganda under 21-day monitoring over Ebola concerns
Phuket is monitoring 11 visitors from Congo and Uganda for 21 days under Ebola precautions, with none showing symptoms and extra screening added at Phuket and Suvarnabhumi airports.
Phuket Pride Festival set for June 1-7 in Patong with equality and tourism focus
Phuket Pride Festival will run in Patong from June 1-7, with organisers promoting equality, diversity and the island’s standing as an international Pride destination.
IHG signs deal for 307-room voco Phuket Patong hotel, due to open in 2028
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Phuket HA Two Co Ltd to develop the 307-room voco Phuket Patong hotel, with an opening planned for 2028.