Krabi Province News — Southern Thailand Updates
Lampang Hospital Successfully Treats Pulmonary Embolism with CAVT
Lampang Provincial Hospital has become the first facility in northern Thailand to successfully treat a pulmonary embolism using Computer-Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy. The procedure, performed by a multidisciplinary team, quickly removed a life‑threatening clot from a patient's pulmonary arteries. This advancement expands access to high‑level critical care for the region and may reduce the need for transfers to larger hospitals.
Floods Cause Billion-Dollar Damage to Shrimp Farms
Flooding in five eastern Thai provinces has devastated shrimp farms, causing damages estimated at up to 22 billion baht and affecting nearly 19,000 farmers. The disaster worsens existing disease outbreaks and comes as Malaysia restricts imports of Thai shrimp, further threatening the industry’s export prospects. Officials warn that recovery will be slow and national shrimp production remains uncertain.
Ratsada Municipality Signs Flood Pact With Seven Agencies
PHUKET: Ratsada Municipality has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with seven agencies to improve coordination on flood prevention and mitigation, following previous delays in sharing information and carrying out joint operations.
Nakhon Si Thammarat Readies Floodway Ahead of Monsoon Season
Nakhon Si Thammarat is accelerating preparations for its royal‑initiated city bypass floodway to shield the inner city from monsoon floods, even though the project is still unfinished. Officials say the partially completed canal can already divert over 40 % of peak floodwater and could be turned into an emergency floodway if needed. They warn that the upcoming 2026 monsoon may be severe, with heavy rains from the north and central regions moving southward.
Veterans Agency Director Visits Phuket, Phangnga Veterans
On October 15, 2026, the director of Thailand's Veterans Assistance Organization visited retired soldiers in Phuket and Phangnga provinces, delivering gifts and listening to their concerns. The visits included Private Wichai Chaiyakul in Phuket and Sergeant Somphong Somjai in Phangnga, both veterans of the Chanthaburi–Trat border defense. The outreach aimed to assess welfare needs and improve support for veterans and their families.
Over 500 Spirit Mediums Join Bang Neow Shrine Procession in Phuket
PHUKET: More than 500 spirit mediums took part in the Bang Neow Shrine deity procession through Phuket Town this morning (Oct 15), as thousands of residents and tourists gathered along the route to witness one of the Vegetarian Festival’s major ceremonies.
Phuket Promotes Electric Buses for Vegetarian Festival Travel
PHUKET: Phuket officials are promoting electric public buses as a cleaner transport option for residents and tourists during the Vegetarian Festival, with the provincial administration saying bus routes cover about 99% of the island.
Fans Flock to Lottery Using Nene Nen's New Car Plate
Fans of Thai lottery are looking to the license plate of Nene Nen Royal's new luxury car for their next lucky number. The 16‑year‑old Phuket rockstar and AGT season‑21 champion recently received a MG MAXUS9 from her grandfather, and the plate reads 7626. Many believe this number will bring another win in the forthcoming draw.
Kanchai Urges Karting Organizers to Speak Out Over Engine Controversy
Television host Kanchai criticized the karting controversy involving the son of celebrities Chompoo Araya and Not Wisarut, saying the child’s kart used an outdated 2014 engine while rivals used 2026 models. He urged the DT Motorsport mechanic to apologize if they were at fault and called on event organizers to clarify the situation quickly, warning that silence is unfair to the children. After speaking with both Chompoo and Por, Kanchai said he believes the parents were unaware of the engine issue and only came to cheer for their child.
Phuket Vegetarian Parade Highlights Spirit Mediums and Iron Fan Maiden
Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival parade featured spirit mediums performing acts of self‑mortification and the graceful ‘Iron Fan Maiden’ holding her iron fan. The procession, involving the Jiang Ong and Hok Leng Kang shrines, wound through the city toward Sapan Hin, drawing large crowds of locals and tourists. A fire‑walking ceremony is scheduled for later that evening at the Jui Tui Shrine.
Firewalking Begins at Phuket Vegetarian Festival Shrines
PHUKET: Firewalking ceremonies begin tonight (Oct 14) at several shrines across Phuket as the island’s annual Vegetarian Festival enters its fifth day, with further firewalking and bridge-crossing rituals scheduled through the festival finale on Sunday (Oct 18).
AFC Beach Soccer Cup 2026 Opens Free in Phang Nga
The AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2026 will take place in Phang Nga with free admission and live broadcasts on TrueVisions Now. Authorities have heightened security to prevent a repeat of past fireworks incidents that led to large fines. The Thailand national beach soccer team, coached by Ek Setsadakorn Chuen-ta, is preparing for the tournament from November 18 to 28 at Ban Nam Kem Beach Soccer Stadium.