Phuket:In Phuket province, 181 flood victims have already filed disaster insurance claims. The government has instructed the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) to expedite the process to ensure that all citizens receive their entitlements quickly and comprehensively, emphasizing that no one should be left out.
According to Thai News Agency, continuous heavy rainfall in Phuket Province has caused flash floods, landslides, and mudslides, resulting in extensive damage to homes, businesses, roads, and public areas in Mueang, Kathu, and Thalang districts of Phuket Province. The situation in Thalang district has returned to normal, and the disaster declaration regarding the windstorm has been lifted. However, Mueang district continues to be closely monitored for water levels.
Ms. Ploytalay Laksmisangchan, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, stated that the government is providing urgent assistance to the public in accordance with government policy and the National Disaster Insurance Project, in effect since October 1, 2026. The government has integrated cooperation to monitor assistance provided to people affected by the floods in Phuket Province. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), the Office of the Insurance Commission (OIC), and the Thai General Insurance Association have teamed up to visit Phuket Province, facilitating and monitoring the relief efforts for flood victims. They are also guiding citizens on registering for benefits under the National Disaster Insurance policy.
Ms. Ploytalee further detailed that the 181 disaster insurance claims are distributed as follows 130 cases in Kathu District, 44 cases in Phuket City District, and 7 cases in Thalang District. The DDPM, OIC, and Thai General Insurance Association are expediting the process to ensure that citizens receive their rights promptly and without exception. Disaster victims can immediately claim their coverage through the online system prepared by the Thai General Insurance Association via four channels the website www.thainatcat.org, the LINE Official Account @ThaiNATCAT, the Customer Service Center at Tel. 0-2012-5555, and reporting points in the affected areas. The government reiterates that flood victims must be able to claim national disaster insurance According to terms and conditions, ensuring no entitlement is missed.