Limited control over fire at 4 floating markets in Pattaya, estimated damage of nearly 100 million.

Fire in four floating markets in Pattaya turned into a sea of flames. It took officials more than three hours to bring the fire under control. Estimated damage of nearly a hundred million baht Police are rushing to find the cause of the fire.

Fire conditions at the Pattaya Floating Market, a famous tourist attraction in the middle of Pattaya. Along Sukhumvit Road, on the inbound side of Sattahip District, an area of more than 20 rai, the fire spread quickly in a wide area with a radius of almost 200 meters, fire and smoke rising into the sky. until it can be seen from a distance Fire trucks were mobilized from Pattaya City. and municipalities in nearby districts, more than 30 vehicles, along with more than 300 officers, mobilized to spray fire extinguishers. But the fire could not be controlled.

The situation began to escalate. Some employees and a group of merchants went to collect and carry things out, but were unsuccessful. Some had to jump into the water to escape. because it can't stand the heat

Before it took rescuers nearly 3 hours to control the fire in a limited area. Water was sprayed at every corner of the 4-region floating market and firefighters were sent to spray water to prevent the fire from erupting again.

Mr. Thawatchai Srithong, Governor of Chonburi Province along with Mr. Pramet Ngampichet, Mayor of Pattaya City Set up an event management and command center It was found that the fire damaged more than 80 percent of structures and buildings in the 4-region floating market, and one person was injured and was scalded and taken to Pattaya City Hospital.

Damage is estimated to be hundreds of millions of baht. The most heavily burned spots were more than 200 shops, restaurants, and massage parlors. The 4 Regions Floating Market is an eco-tourism destination for Thai arts and culture. Simulates the lifestyle of people along the river in all 4 regions. It has been open since 2008.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency