Phuket International Airport on Friday became a hive of activity as it underwent a security drill in case of a gunman attack.

 

A full-scale exercise of Phuket International Airport Emergency Plan (PEMEX 2023) was enacted, simulating an ‘active gunman’ scenario. The drill took place following the departure of the last domestic flight for the day and was conducted from 11pm on the second floor of the Domestic Terminal.

 

Security exercises like this are routinely held at the airport under the ‘PEMEX’ banner primarily designed to ensure that all response agencies and organisations are well-trained and aware of the necessary procedures to tackle such emergencies. The practice session was held at a controlled time, under controlled circumstances after all passengers for the day’s final flight had exited the vicinity. It aimed at preparing personnel for a scenario involving a gunman on a rampage within the domestic terminal, The Phuket News reported.

 

Notable figures such as Anupap Rodkwan Yodrambam, the Vice Governor of Phuket, and other distinguished guests were present to overlook the proceedings. Others in attendance included Sermphan Sirikong, Provincial Police Commander Monchai Tanode, the General Manager of Phuket International Airport, and Bancha Thanu-in, the Thalang District Chief.

 

By Mitch Connor

Caption: PHOTO: iStock

 

Full Story: https://thethaiger.com/news/phuket/phuket-airport-tests-security-with-active-shooter-simulation-drill

 

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Drills in Thailand? Lucky no one got shot or blown up.

Oh it was supposed to be a fake bomb.