Patong Hit by Severe Flash Flooding as Homes, Hotels and Vehicles Sustain Damage

Patong Hit by Severe Flash Flooding as Homes, Hotels and Vehicles Sustain Damage

PATONG, October 26, 2026 — Flash flooding triggered by heavy rain swept through Patong, Phuket, early on October 26, damaging homes, hotels, shops and vehicles as torrents of mud, rocks and debris rushed down from Khao 50 Pi hill.

Authorities are clearing affected roads, assessing damage and preparing to relocate tourists from impacted hotels to safer accommodation. Visitors have been advised to avoid roads with fast-flowing water or debris and closely monitor official weather warnings.

Floodwater Sweeps Through Homes and Businesses

The flooding occurred after heavy rain fell between approximately 2am and 4am, sending a powerful surge of runoff downhill into residential and commercial areas.

Ban Nai community in Soi 8 was among the hardest-hit locations, with floodwater rapidly entering homes and businesses.

Meenarin Sittipornphat, 27, who owns a hotel in the area, said floodwater burst through the property’s gate, damaging furniture and electrical appliances. Mud remained inside the building after the water receded.

She appealed to relevant agencies to provide workers and equipment to clear the mud, allowing the hotel to be restored and reopened to tourists as soon as possible.

Other severely affected areas included Phang Muang Sai Kor Road, the roundabout in front of Soi 8, Bangla Walking Street and Soi Nanai 8. Mud, rocks and sand blocked several roads, while cars, motorcycles, shops and other property sustained widespread damage.

Residents described the flooding as among the worst they had experienced in 50 years.

Tourists May Be Relocated to Safer Hotels

Phuket Deputy Governor Romdon Haji-awe and Patong Mayor Lalita Maneesri visited affected areas to inspect the damage and meet residents.

The deputy governor said municipal teams were working urgently to clear roads and assess the overall cost of the damage. Phuket authorities were also coordinating plans to move tourists from affected hotels to other safe accommodation, aiming to assist visitors and restore confidence in the resort town.

Sompong Triamtua, head of Patong Municipality’s enforcement division, said floodwater began surging at around 2am with considerable force, depositing rocks and sand across roads until vehicles could no longer pass. Teams were being deployed to clear debris and help affected residents.

The flooding occurred only hours after Phuket Governor Chotinarin Kerdsom issued a warning.

Some residents suggested that wood and rubbish carried by the runoff may have blocked drainage grates, slowing the flow of water. However, authorities had not confirmed the cause.

Chakkrit, a tourist from Surat Thani travelling with a group of 10 family members, said their car was damaged by the floodwater and was uninsured. He called on government agencies and Patong Municipality to provide assistance, including help with accommodation.

Authorities continue to assess the damage and clear affected areas as Patong works to recover from the flooding.