UPDATE ON THE AFTERMATH OF THE TSUNAMI (Dated 27 Dec 2004)
The Owners of The Racha and Sanctuary Resorts wish to provide an update on the aftermath of the tsunami which hit Phuket and the surrounding islands on the morning of 26 December 2004.

The tsunami caused considerable damage to the resort property but we are pleased to report that all guests and staff on the resort are accounted for and no serious injuries were sustained with the exception of one staff with a minor leg injury. The guest with the minor leg injury has already been evacuated to a Phuket hospital by helicopter.

The damage to our property included several beachfront villas, reception lobby, front office, Dive Centre and local shops, Sunset Beach restaurant, spa development and the lower areas of the main pool block consisting of Earth Café, Ice Bar, main kitchen, conference rooms, administration offices.

The remaining facilities that are intact and operating include 62 villas, the upper deck of the main pool block featuring the Fire Grills and Star Deck.

The resort team has restored limited telecommunications, water and power supplies, and the support staff from the mainland have restocked the resort's supplies using the resort supply boat. Food and beverage services using our staff facilities are being provided.

The Medical Centre staffed by our nurse is functioning normally with adequate medical supplies.

Whilst our boat transfers to and from the mainland are fully operational, guests are advised to stay at the resort for a day or so until the situation in Phuket becomes more organised and some of the damaged infrastructure is restored.

The Owners and Sanctuary Resorts are currently carrying out structural surveys to ascertain the full extent of damage. It is likely that the resort will have to close temporarily to carry out repairs. We will keep all interested persons informed with further updates as and when required.

In the meantime, The Racha's Chalong Pier office will act as a Response Centre to answer any telephone calls and enquiries. We may be contactable at:

The Racha Response Centre
Tel: +66 76 290 811
email: [email protected].

or

Andrew Jones
Guardian
Sanctuary Resorts
E2 10th Floor
Ho Lee Commercial Building
38-44 D'Aguilar Street
Central
Hong Kong

Tel: +852 2312 2253
Fax: +852 2849 8325
[email protected]