Phuket water supply halted for essential repairs

Phuket residents face a water supply disruption in central areas from 9am to 5pm today, September 26 due to essential repairs, the Phuket Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) announced.

The disruption is necessary to address reduced water pressure caused by a malfunctioning water pump raft. Affected areas include Srisoonthorn, Cherng Talay, Pa Khlok, Kamala, and Ratsada.

Residents in these regions may experience weak water flow or a complete lack of water during the repair period.

“After repairs are completed, water may appear discoloured or contain sediment temporarily.”

The PWA has assured the public that steps will be taken to restore the normal water supply as swiftly as possible, reported Phuket News.

For assistance, individuals can contact the PWA Phuket branch at 076-319173 or 063-4744565, or the PWA Contact Center at 1662.

The PWA has apologised for the inconvenience and appreciates the public’s understanding.

In related news, in a high-stakes bid to protect Koh Larn from future water shortages, a team from Pattaya City inspected the ambitious Haad Samae Beach reservoir renovation on Sunday, September 22. With a whopping 7.5 million baht budget on the line, this project is set to breathe new life into the neglected reservoir, ensuring locals have access to a reliable water supply and disaster prevention measures.

The renovation is a long-overdue fix for the reservoir, which has suffered years of neglect. Once a crucial water source, the reservoir’s capacity has dwindled after years without dredging.

In other news, in the wake of devastating floods, a rural Thai school has been thrown a lifeline—clean drinking water.

Disaster Aid Thailand and Disaster Aid Australia, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Chiang Khong, installed a SkyHydrant water filtration system at Pang Hat Sahasat School, Wiang Kaen district, Chiang Rai province on September 5 and 6. The installation couldn’t have come at a better time, as recent floods had left the school and village in crisis.