Phuket under water: Heavy rains cause chaos and danger!

Phuket under water: Heavy rains cause chaos and danger!

Phuket is currently being hit by heavy rains, which have caused a flood crisis in several areas of the province. On Tuesday morning, October 22, 2025, the Kamala Sub-District Administrative Organization reported significant water accumulation in various streets as early as 7 a.m., while all major roads remain passable. The affected areas include Kamala, Cherng Talay, Thalang and Kathu, where dramatic flooding occurred within a very short period of time. Nation of Thailand reports that residents and tourists have been urged to avoid flooded areas to ensure their safety.

Particular attention is paid to the streets in Kamala, such as Soi Fantasea in front of the Thiwaratri Hotel and Soi Olalla. At the intersection near the Kamala Sub-District Administrative Office, both lanes are flooded but still accessible to vehicles. There were also reports of a traffic accident near the Tops supermarket, in which a car crashed into a power pole, which then fell on the vehicle. Fortunately, the occupants remained uninjured.

Water levels and landslides

The situation worsened when rain began midday on Monday, leading to a partial risk of landslides. Between 30 and 50 cm of water accumulated in Soi Hua Khuan Nuea, near the Phuket FantaSea complex. In the Bang Wan area, several houses were under water and residents reported urgent calls for help. Traffic police in Kamala had to close a lane on the main road towards Patong due to a landslide that left large rocks on the road, leading to a traffic standstill, as The Thaiger reported.

Local authorities responded quickly, using construction equipment and tractors to clear the road so it could soon be reopened to traffic. These severe weather conditions highlight the urgent need for a more effective drainage system in Phuket to better prevent future flooding.

Urgent measures and warnings

The Phuket Municipality had already issued a warning a few weeks ago, on August 22, 2025, about rising water levels, particularly at the Bang Yai Canal, which is on the verge of overflowing. Mayor Suphachok Laongphet inspected the situation and called for close monitoring of water levels at pumping stations. Residents are urged to keep their valuables safe and stay tuned to official communications, according to a report by The farang is called.

The current weather conditions not only pose challenges for transport infrastructure, but also highlight that Phuket still has some homework to do in terms of emergency planning and drainage systems. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and regularly inform themselves about the current situation in order to navigate safely through this challenging time.