Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
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.
Prabsaek Challenges Siwanat in Super Fight Showdown at Sanam Luang Muay Thai Stadium
Prabsaek and Siwanat face off Saturday in a 134-pound super fight at Sanam Luang, pitting the young clinch specialist's power against the technical striker's heavy weapons. The bout airs live on TrueVisions Channel 24 at 2:30 PM.
Community Plans Merit-Making Ceremony for Ancient Skeletal Remains Unearthed in Field, Found Wearing Gold Bracelet
A 1,500-2,000-year-old skeleton adorned with a gold bracelet and six bronze drums were unearthed in a Phetchaburi rice field, prompting the community to organize a merit-making ceremony for the ancient remains.
Khlong Luang residents threaten to block roads and railway lines due to flood concerns
Over 100 residents in Pathum Thani are threatening to block roads and rail lines over a high-speed railway project that replaces a crucial 6-8 meter drainage canal with an 80-centimeter pipe, risking severe flooding for up to 30,000 househo
Dream Realized: Takeru's Wife Posts Photo of Champion's Belt Displayed on Top Shelf
Japanese kickboxing champion Takeru Segawa won the ONE Championship interim flyweight title with a knockout victory over Thailand's Tank Jitmuangnon at ONE Samurai 1 in Tokyo on April 29. His wife Aoi shared a photo of the championship belt