Koh Samui Municipality has issued an invitation for local businesses, retailers, and residents to join together in a special celebration. The island community is coming together to honor His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajira Klao Chao Yu Hua with a series of decorative displays.
Tropical storm Talim, currently over Vietnam, is predicted to bring heavy rainfall to Thailand from July 16 to 20 due to its interaction with local monsoons. The Meteorological Department issued a weather forecast early on July 16, warning citizens to be vigilant and prepared for the potential impacts of the storm. The storm is expected to impact various regions throughout the country, and local authorities are urging residents to take precautions against flash floods and overflows, especially in areas near waterways and lowlands.
On July 12, 2013, a group of Village Health Volunteers from Taling Ngam Subdistrict in Koh Samui, Thailand, joined hands to fight iodine deficiency diseases. This initiative, led by Anucha Sangsri, the Health Promotion Hospital director of Taling Ngam Subdistrict, aims to raise awareness and educate people about the importance of incorporating iodized salt into their daily diets.
Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever and Chikungunya are two viral diseases spread by Aedes mosquitoes. These diseases pose serious health risks and can be fatal if not treated properly. In Thailand, a prevention and control campaign was launched in Koh Samui District, Surat Thani Province, to tackle the increasing number of cases and improve overall public health.
Dengue fever and chikungunya are two mosquitoborne diseases that pose significant health risks in tropical regions, particularly in Southeast Asia. In an effort to reduce the incidence of these diseases and improve public health, the Subdistrict Health Promotion Hospital in Mae Nam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, launched a comprehensive prevention and control campaign in 2013.
The Joint Iodine Deficiency Prevention Campaign is an initiative launched on July 7, 2013, by the Mae Nam Subdistrict Health Promotion Hospital in Koh Samui District, Surat Thani Province. The primary objective of this campaign is to raise awareness and educate residents and businesses in the area about the importance of consuming iodized salt to prevent iodine deficiency diseases.
On July 6, 2023, the Koh Samui City Municipality held the opening ceremony for a new initiative aimed at preventing and controlling rabies in the region. The event took place in the Mook Samui meeting room and was presided over by Miss Supinya Sritongkul, the Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui City Municipality.
In a recent crackdown on illegal activities, 17 Vietnamese citizens were arrested for their alleged involvement in an online gambling site and a passport counterfeiting gang. The group operated from three houses in Bang Phli district of Samut Prakan, which were raided by Bang Phli Police and Immigration Bureau officers.
On July 7, 2023, the Koh Samui Municipality conducted a training session for its municipal officers. The training took place at 08:30 a.m. in the Petch Samui Meeting Room. The primary focus of the session was on utilizing technology to improve work efficiency. Mr. Manasvi Jitmanas, a computer science expert, led the lecture and shared valuable insights on how technology can be applied effectively in various tasks performed by municipal officers.
The Public Health and Environment Department of Koh Samui Municipality is dedicated to preserving the cleanliness and beauty of the island. One of their responsibilities includes regular maintenance and cleaning of garbage trucks, as well as the areas where these vehicles are parked. By doing so, they aim to prevent any problems that may arise from unsorted waste, which can lead to waste water accumulation on roads and waste stations.