Nonthaburi: A woman expressed her outrage after a team from a well-known politician conducted mosquito spraying without prior notice, resulting in the fumigation of pets and subsequent illnesses requiring hospitalization throughout the village.
According to Thai News Agency, residents of a luxury village in the Ratchaphruek-Rama 5 area, Bang Phai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province, have lodged a complaint through the Facebook page "Sai Mai Must Survive," seeking justice. The residents allege that a team associated with a prominent politician carried out mosquito fogging within the village. Although the team claimed to have coordinated with local authorities, they failed to adequately notify residents in advance. Consequently, smoke and chemicals infiltrated the homes of Ms. Phatsuda Hunujaroenkul, 34, and Mr. Kantkanit Chupinijwong, 33, who were keeping five dogs (two senior dogs and three puppies) with their windows open.
The incident took place on August 21, 2026, between approximately 9:00 and 10:00 AM. While the homeowner was at work, they were informed via a residents' LINE group that officials were spraying pesticides. Upon reviewing CCTV footage, they were alarmed to see thick chemical fumes filling their house. The dogs were seen terrified, scratching at the door trying to escape before becoming unusually still. Upon returning home, the owners found a persistent chemical odor inside. Two elderly dogs were coughing heavily and appeared disoriented, necessitating urgent hospitalization and oxygen therapy. Three other puppies suffered from severe eye irritation. Initial veterinary expenses have already amounted to nearly 10,000 baht, and a major house cleaning is required due to concerns about residual chemicals on the floors and pet fur.
When inquiries were made to the village's juristic person and the Bang Phai Subdistrict Administrative Organization, they were met with denials of responsibility, with officials claiming only that the documents had been left at the security guard booth and posted on the central bulletin board. Residents argued that these were not easily accessible channels, unlike notifications regarding water and electricity usage via the group LINE chat. Furthermore, when a police report was filed at Bang Sri Muang Police Station, officers declined to accept it, stating it was a civil matter. This prompted the residents to file a complaint with the "Sai Mai Tong Rood" Facebook page.