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Phuket will collaborate with local agencies to host ritual ceremonies next week, aiming to build morale and honour those who perished in the recent mudslide tragedy.
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Phuket will collaborate with local agencies to host ritual ceremonies next week, aiming to build morale and honour those who perished in the recent mudslide tragedy.
Sophon Thongsai, director of the Provincial Office of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, stated that the event is set to commemorate the victims of the catastrophic mudslide that struck on August 23 at 5am in Moo 2 village, Karon subdistrict, Mueang district. The disaster followed heavy rainfall in various parts of the district the previous day.
The mudslide impacted 283 households and 576 residents, with 15 houses completely destroyed and 75 others partially damaged. Thirteen individuals lost their lives—five men and eight women—and 19 others sustained injuries. Local officials are ensuring adequate medical care for the injured and arranging both temporary and permanent housing for…