Phuket
Jet-skis and parasail rides banned until August 9

The Acting chief of the Phuket Marine Office has announced a ban for jet-skis and parasail ride operators using Phuket’s west coast beaches, including today (August 7).
Phuket Marine Office Acting Chief, Wiwat Chitcherdwong says, “according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) Office, heavy rain and high waves, up to three metres are still affecting the Andaman Sea until Thursday August 9.”
“Jet-skis and parasails are now being banned until the order is changed.” he added.
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