Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Chachoengsao Removes 2 Tons of Invasive Fish Species
Chachoengsao authorities removed over 2 tons of invasive black-chin tilapia from Khlong Tamru canal in a coordinated effort to protect native fish populations and restore ecological balance in the waterway.
Second Resort Demolished at Khao Yai After Court Order
A luxury resort at Khao Yai National Park has voluntarily demolished eight structures covering 11 rai after a final court order, the second such demolition as authorities crack down on illegal encroachment within the protected area.
Doi Tao Lake Dries Up, Floating Rafts Run Aground
Doi Tao Lake in Chiang Mai has dried to below 10 percent capacity, stranding floating raft hotels and forcing fishermen to travel miles for catches as the dry season intensifies.
Phuket Governor Honors Musician Nene Royal
Phuket Governor Chotnarin Kerdsom honored musician Nene Royal with a certificate recognizing her outstanding talent and international achievements at a ceremony held at Provincial Hall.
Fire Destroys Abandoned Building in Chalong
A late-night fire destroyed an abandoned building in Chalong, Phuket, but emergency crews extinguished it within 30 minutes before it could spread to nearby properties.
Phuket Announces Dates for Annual Hungry Ghost Festival
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality has announced the schedule for this year’s PorTor Festival, with the island’s annual Hungry Ghost Festival celebrations set to run from Aug 25 to Sept 10.
Phuket Governor Honours Teen AGT Star Nene Royal
Phuket's governor honored 16-year-old musician Nene Royal with a certificate of appreciation after her breakthrough performance on America's Got Talent, with Thailand's government pledging support for the teen star.
Ex-Phuket Governor Supports Metro Plan, Warns of Risks
Former Phuket governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn backs the metro plan for the island but cautions that restructuring could compromise security, emergency response, and public services.
Rayong Governor Cracks Down on Illegal Industrial Waste Dumping
Rayong's governor has launched an investigation and prosecution following illegal waste dumping in a pineapple field that contaminated groundwater and created severe odors in Mae Nam Khoo Subdistrict. Authorities identified the landowner an
Rayong Fisheries Launch Blackchin Tilapia Culling Drive
Rayong fisheries launched a culling operation to combat invasive blackchin tilapia spreading across three districts in the province. Caught fish will be processed into fish sauce by prison inmates as part of a vocational training program.
Nine-Year-Old Phuket Boy Wins Two World Coding Titles
A nine-year-old Phuket boy claimed two world coding championship titles and World No. 1 rankings at the International STEM Olympiad in Rome, competing against students up to Grade 11.
Phuket Man's Organ Donation Saves Eight Lives
PHUKET: The family of a Phuket man has donated his organs and eyes following his death, offering hope to as many as eight patients awaiting life-saving transplants.