EP.2: Phuket Under Siege – When Rules Go Up in Smoke
As Phuket’s tourist crowds grow, so do the risks—from reckless driving to rising cannabis-related incidents. Locals and rescue volunteers speak out about the dangers unfolding on the island.
From road mayhem to weed-fueled chaos, rescue workers on the front lines reveal the dark side of Phuket’s tourist influx. No licenses. No limits. No questions asked. As motorbike accidents surge and cannabis laws create confusion, locals are left picking up the pieces—sometimes literally.
This Nation Special Report takes you inside the mounting dangers beneath the island’s postcard-perfect image.
