The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The number of stories differs from week to week.
These are chosen and curated by our editorial team and are designed for our readers to get a quick “catch-up” of important stories they may have missed. We publish many stories daily and it is easy to lose track of important events or changes in our area. We do national recaps in a separate article, this is only the top local stories in Phuket and nearby provinces.
They are in no particular order of importance but roughly in order of publishing. These are from Monday, January 13th to Sunday January 19th, 2024.
- In a dramatic maritime rescue off the coast of Phuket, 33 Chinese tourists, along with four Thai nationals, were saved after their catamaran capsized near Racha Yai Island.
Thirty-Three Chinese Nationals Rescued after Catamaran Capsizes in Phuket-VIDEOS
The exact cause of the glass breaking remains under investigation, but initial reports suggest it might have been due to the force of the waves or a collision with an unseen object in the water.
2. A tragic jet-ski collision at Patong Beach claimed the life of a Chinese tourist.
One of the Jet-skis involved in a recent fatal accident was found with its license expired.
UPDATE: Jet-Ski License Expired in Patong Collison Claims Life of Chinese
The Marine Officer confirmed that Mr. Lyu would face a fine of 10,000 Baht for operating a jet-ski with an expired license.
3. Two French Men were arrested in Patong after a video clip of them attacking a man went viral on social media.
Two Frenchmen Charged for Assulting Myanmar Man in Patong – VIDEO
They are facing charges of assault causing bodily and mental harm.
4. Almost 300 police officers and 300 security staffers are taking care of safety at the Electric Daisy Carnival Concert which started in the United States of America and is being held in Phuket this weekend for the first time in Thailand.
The Electric Daisy Carnival, known for its vibrant music, elaborate art installations, and large-scale entertainment, attracts thousands of electronic dance music enthusiasts from around the globe.
5. An American and a Canadian tourist have both been pronounced dead after they reportedly suddenly fell unconscious at the ongoing Electric Daisy Carnival, or EDC, concert taking place this weekend in Cherng Talay.
Two Foreign Tourists Die at Electric Daisy Carnival in Phuket, Cause Under Investigation
Investigations into the cause of death for both individuals are ongoing.
