Picture courtesy of Phuket News.

 

by Mitch Connor

Ahead of the four-day weekend, Phuket Marine Office Chief Natchaphong Pranit today released a series of safety notices urging boat operators to adhere to safety regulations. These notices come in the wake of an expected influx of tourists visiting Phuket from May 4-7.

 

Phuket is anticipated to draw significant numbers of visitors due to the Coronation of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, which occurred in May 2019. In addition, the Cabinet approved May 5 as an extra holiday to encourage domestic tourism during this period. Natchaphong Pranit stressed that with an increased number of tourists visiting Phuket’s water attractions and coastal areas, adherence to safety rules is crucial, reported Phuket News.

Among the safety regulations highlighted are the requirements for all boats to be registered and not carry more passengers than allowed. Boat operators should also be mindful not to exceed the safe number of people on piers and pontoons when boarding and disembarking.

 

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/phuket/phuket-marine-office-warns-boat-operators-ahead-of-four-day-weekend

 

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1 hour ago, webfact said:

Among the safety regulations highlighted are the requirements for all boats to be registered and not carry more passengers than allowed. Boat operators should also be mindful not to exceed the safe number of people on piers and pontoons when boarding and disembarking.

Common sense really, but when does that apply here?

This is the first time in 25 years that I have read this warning....is something going to happen then????

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These notices come in the wake of an expected influx of tourists visiting Phuket from May 4-7.

Looks like the expected influx didn't materialize. Quiet with boat tours today and yesterday, also next days don't look busy.