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Massive Fire Guts Restaurant Near Ao Yon Beach in Phuket, Damage Estimated Over 500,000 Baht
A large restaurant overlooking Ao Yon beach in Phuket was engulfed in a massive fire on the morning of September 18th, resulting in the complete destruction of the building. Police and firefighters responded, with preliminary damage estimates exceeding 500,000 baht. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Wichit- A large restaurant overlooking Ao Yon beach in Phuket was gutted by fire on the morning of 18 September 2026, with preliminary estimates putting the damage at more than 500,000 baht. Police and firefighters were alerted at 11:56 a.m. after local residents reported flames at Zodiad restaurant on Ao Yon–Khao Khat Road. Pol. Lt. [Name redacted by source for privacy] and his team rushed to the scene, but the blaze had already spread significantly. Firefighters battled the flames for several hours before bringing them under control. The restaurant, a popular spot for both tourists and locals, was a total loss. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Wichit Police. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the fire. The Phuket Express will continue to monitor this developing story.
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The Phuket Express