Phuket surf warning issued as storm conditions rise

By The Phuket News

 

The ISLA warning issued at 9am today (July 16) is from Nai Harn in Phuket’s south to Cape Pakarang in Khao Lak. Image: ISLA

 

PHUKET: The International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA) has issued a surf danger warning as Southern Thailand braces for storm conditions following a weather warning issued for Phuket and the Andaman coast, including an advisory from the Phuket Marine Office calling for all small boats to stay ashore.

 

The ISLA warning issued at 9am today (July 16) is for Phuket and Khao Lak, and includes a High Surf Advisory, a Rip Current Advisory and Flash Rip Current Advisory from Nai Harn and islands surrounding Phuket's southwest coast, north to Pakarang Cape, Khao Lak and surrounding islands, including all west and southwest facing beaches and bars in-between.

 

“Surf heights of one to two metres are predicted through this weekend at the above beaches and locations. Swimmers, boaters, beachgoers, and anglers are advised to use caution near the shoreline,” the warning noted.

Read more at https://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-surf-warning-issued-as-storm-conditions-rise-72155.php#4Z5C4CWQFMBkTqtH.99 

 

-- © Copyright Phuket News 2019-07-16

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the other tvf article said there were no tourists, so no worries..

23 minutes ago, from the home of CC said:

the other tvf article said there were no tourists, so no worries..

also no residents?

9 minutes ago, arithai12 said:

also no residents?

most residents know better than to go swimming this time of the year..

Promising for the surfers on the island ???? cowabunga dude !

20 hours ago, webfact said:

Rip Current Advisory and Flash Rip Current Advisory from Nai Harn and islands surrounding Phuket's southwest coast, north to Pakarang Cape, Khao Lak and surrounding islands, including all west and southwest facing beaches and bars in-between.

The bars always have a current “rip” advisory in place.... and they are especially relevant during low season, when income padding is required.... scrutinize yer bar bills and stay safe, folks.