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Phuket authorities step up Ebola monitoring and quarantine measures

Phuket has tightened Ebola screening and quarantine measures, with 11 monitored tourists from high-risk countries due to leave Thailand soon and officials confirming no cases have been found in the country.

Phuket police seize three motorcycles after suspected bypass road racing tip-off

Police in Phuket seized three motorcycles after responding to reports of teenagers allegedly gathering to race on the bypass road at about 3am.

Phuket residents complain of severe fly infestation disrupting daily life

Residents in Phuket say a heavy fly infestation has become unbearable, disrupting daily life and prompting calls for urgent action.

Phuket Orders 21-Day Quarantine for Travelers From High-Risk Ebola Countries

Phuket has imposed a mandatory 21-day quarantine for travelers arriving from high-risk Ebola countries, with officials saying no cases have been found in Thailand but tighter screening is needed.

31 suspects detained in Phuket-linked property nominee crackdown

Authorities detained 31 suspects, including British and American nationals, in a crackdown on alleged use of Thai nominees and shell companies to illegally own land in Phuket and Koh Samui.

Man survives fall from Phuket pedestrian bridge, police review CCTV

Police said CCTV footage in the Phuket bridge-fall case showed unusual behaviour by the 41-year-old man before he fell and was seriously injured.

Ao Kung Bay marina opponents allege coral and mangrove damage

A Phuket MP says a survey in Ao Kung Bay found coral, gorgonians and dugong feeding grounds at risk from a proposed marina, while villagers also allege nearby mangroves have been poisoned and cut down.

Phuket Vocational College hosts Thai-Korean AI youth exchange initiative

Phuket Vocational College has hosted a Thai-Korean youth exchange initiative focused on artificial intelligence, cultural learning and future workforce skills, with about 70 participants joining the May 25 event.

Phuket steps up World Anti-Drug Day campaign ahead of June 26

Phuket officials have outlined provincial activities for World Anti-Drug Day on June 26, while district authorities in Thalang and Mueang reported all local leaders tested negative in surprise drug screenings.

Phuket governor launches health screenings for residents near Saphan Hin landfill

Phuket has started health screenings for more than 200 at-risk residents living near the Saphan Hin landfill after last month’s fire and ongoing environmental concerns.

Phuket municipalities step up flood prevention works as heavier monsoon rain hits island

Phuket municipalities are ramping up canal dredging, drainage upgrades and flood monitoring after heavier-than-normal monsoon rain since mid-May caused waterlogging in urban areas and along major roads.