Pattaya, Thailand— Homeowners of Town 8 in Sattahip District, Chonburi Province, raised issues on June 24 relating to the uncommon condition of the seawater at Soi Najomtien 52, when they reported a modification in color to brown, a strong nasty smell, foamy water, a high variety of dead fish along the coastline, and circumstances of eye and nasal inflammation.
Mayor Rapeephan Rattanaliem of Najomtien Town, accompanied by local authorities, carried out an assessment of the afflicted location on June 26. Contrary to previous reports, they found that the seawater no longer produced a nasty smell and revealed no indications of contamination.
Mayor Rapeephan discussed that upon getting the problem, the authorities promptly teamed up with the Port Authority and the Department of Environmental Quality Promo Workplace No. 13 in Chonburi. Comprehensive examinations were performed on Saturday and Sunday, throughout which no toxic substances or chemicals were spotted.
It is presumed that the observed phenomenon might be credited to the results of international warming, resulting in the death of algae and a subsequent decline in the water level. As the seawater declined, an undesirable smell emerged. Nevertheless, as the water level increased again, the rotting algae were swept away, leading to the dissipation of the smell.
At present, Na Jomtien Beach has actually gone back to its typical conditions, lining up with expectations for this specific season. The findings from the examination have actually alleviated issues relating to continuous contamination. Mayor Rapeephan assured the locals that Najomtien Town stays dedicated to keeping track of the scenario carefully and making sure the well-being of the neighborhood.
