Two bomb explosions in Patong

PHUKET: Two bombs exploded in Patong this morning (Aug 12), the first close to the police box on Bangla Rd while the second at Loma park.

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By Eakkapop Thongtub

Friday 12 August 2016, 10:27AM

Police and an EOD team are currently at the scene and the area is sealed off from the public.

It has been reported that one person was injured in the explosions, which happened at 8:45am.

Chief of the Phuket Provincial Police Maj Gen Teerapol Thipjaroen said, “If anyone sees anything suspicious please inform police immediately.” (Call 191)

People are advised to keep away from the area.

Bombs have also rocked the southern provinces of Surat Thani, Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) and Trang.

According to reports at least three people have been killed.

More details to follow.

(See updated story here.)