Phuket’s critical situation calls for increased support

The following is a press release from Living Waters Phuket.

The deteriorating tourism situation plus rising Omicron cases have led to a demand for immediate and increased community support from
Living Waters Phuket.

Living Waters Phuket Foundation, together with 5 Star Marine, are dealing with a steep increase in demand for their ‘Life Bags’ from local communities in need, as the situation on and around the island worsens.

The Foundation has escalated its efforts and has been supplying around 1,000+ bags every day since the start of January (filled with food and household products to feed a family of 5 for up to 4 days). These are being individually packed and delivered to help Covid-19 quarantined communities and those in need, all over Phuket and the surrounding islands.

Current Situation

At this critical time, communities and villagers are being forced into quarantine and…