Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
National Park Denies Rumors of “Phi Phi International Airport”
National Park officials have denied viral rumors claiming Phi Phi Island will soon have an international airport, clarifying the April Fools' post that sparked the misinformation on social media.
Four Heirs of Smitmaan Family Donate 66 Rai of Land Worth Billion Baht to Warin Chamrap Hospital for Medical Center Development
Four heirs of the Smitmaan family donated 66 rai of land valued at over one billion baht to Warin Chamrap Hospital in Ubon Ratchathani to develop a medical center and support future healthcare expansion.
Crackdown Underway: Narathiwat Increases Reward to 50,000 Baht for Information on Forest Arsonists After Nearly 100 Rai Destroyed
Narathiwat officials are investigating peatland fires that destroyed nearly 100 rai of forest in Takob District, increasing the reward for arson information to 50,000 baht while deploying drones and digging water catchments to contain the s
75-Year-Old Buddhist Monk Found Dead in Tent at Saraphi Highway
A 75-year-old Buddhist monk was found dead in a tent along Saraphi Highway in Chiang Mai on May 2, with authorities suspecting extreme pre-monsoon heat as the likely cause.
Storm Damage! Commerce Ministry Brings Buyers to Durian Orchards, Purchases Over 100 Tons of Fallen Fruit to Aid Farmers
Summer storms destroyed over 100 tons of durians across Chanthaburi province, prompting the Commerce Ministry to purchase fallen fruit at 10-20 baht per kilogram and redirect it toward processing to support affected farmers.
Phuket blood drive continues in May
Blood donation drives continue across Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi throughout May, organized by the Phuket Regional Blood Centre and Vachira Phuket Hospital.
Homeowner Alarmed by Three-Story Wasp Nest the Size of a Volleyball on Eaves; Rescue Workers Called in for Removal
Phatthalung rescue workers removed a basketball-sized wasp nest from a home's eaves on May 1, marking the third infestation at the residence in two years. The nest contained thousands of wasps across three layered structures and had expande
Authorities Intervene as Arabian Family Found Begging in Patong
Phuket authorities raided Patong after reports of foreign families using children to beg from tourists, discovering an Arabian family soliciting money late at night.
Phuket Authorities Step Up Safety Measures on Bangla Road
Phuket authorities conducted a safety sweep of Bangla Road in Patong led by Deputy Governor Adul Chuthong to enhance public security and protect the island's tourism reputation.
Phuket Continues to Intensify Public Beach Regulation at Bang Tao
Phuket officials are ramping up enforcement of beach regulations, with Deputy Governor Adul Chuthong leading an inspection at Bang Tao Beach in Thalang to ensure compliance with public beach rules.
Millionaire Businessman's Lucky Blessing: Thai Ghost Movies Screened for Spirits Over Three Nights at Forest Ordination Ceremony
A wealthy Nakhon Ratchasima businessman fulfilled a vow by screening Thai ghost films for spirits over three days at a forest temple, after winning nearly one million baht from prayers granted at a previous merit ceremony.
Quick Action! Ratchasih Isan Caught Off Guard, Elbrus Knocks Out in First Round – Duang Dao Noi Wins by Points
Ratchasih Isan was knocked out in the first round by Russian fighter Elbrus Osmanoff at the ONE Championship event on May 1, 2026, while Duang Dao Noi won by unanimous decision against Hong Kong's Yan Nayip.