Heavy rain and high tide flood roads in Patong and across Phuket
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Heavy rain and high tide flooded roads in Patong, Kathu and central Phuket early on 26 October, leaving water about 20 to 30 centimetres deep, The Thaiger reported. Parked vehicles were damaged. Authorities opened three temporary shelters for residents and tourists. No injuries were reported.
Why it matters
Patong is a major tourist area, and the flooding disrupted several main roads. Authorities opened shelters for residents and tourists and advised people to monitor official announcements around the clock.
Key dates
- About 1am-2am, 26 OctoberHeavy rain coincided with high tide and flooded roads in Patong, Kathu and central Phuket.
- About 4am, 26 OctoberWater levels began to recede, according to Thai PBS, leaving mud and silt on many roads.
- 7.30am, 26 OctoberRadar showed light to very heavy rain over all three Phuket districts and the Andaman Sea, according to the Meteorological Centre for the West Coast of Southern Thailand.
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Sources
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