Pattaya Residents Complain of 24-Hour Concrete Plants Causing Dust and Traffic Issues

Residents in Moo 12, Nong Prue, within the Pattaya municipal area of Chonburi province, are facing severe environmental issues due to nearby concrete batching plants. Villagers have complained to local media outlet The Pattaya News that they can no longer tolerate the dust and constant heavy truck traffic from plants operating 24 hours a day. According to residents, 10-wheel and 18-wheel cement trucks move in and out of the plants around the clock. The dust generated from these operations, along with fallen cement debris, is polluting their living spaces. Concerns about health impacts and damage to crops have been raised, particularly by those living very close to the plants or operating plant nurseries on their property. This issue highlights the challenges of industrial activity coexisting with urban development, especially as Pattaya continues to grow as a major tourist destination. Residents are calling for authorities to review the plants' operating hours, emissions controls, and potentially consider relocation as a comprehensive solution. Information Source: The Pattaya News