Pattaya —
City officials in Pattaya launched a cleanup operation on Wednesday along the coastline of Cape Bali Hai to tackle a significant accumulation of marine debris.
The January 10th initiative was led by Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai and joined by the Office of the Natural Resources and Environment and their dedicated staff.
The operation, which began at dawn, uncovered a concerning amount of marine debris, such as plastic bottles and bags, paper scraps, foam boxes, and remnants of fishing equipment. This waste had marred the picturesque landscape of Cape Bali Hai, but undeterred, the officials diligently worked together to remove the garbage to restore the area’s natural beauty.
Deputy Mayor Manoch commended the swift action of the Office of the Natural Resources and Environment in mobilizing staff for the cleanup. He acknowledged the seasonal nature of the problem, highlighting the tendency for marine debris to gather along this particular coastline at different times of the year.
Given the popularity of the area as a tourist attraction, the initiative aimed to improve its visual appeal to cater to tourists. “Our goal is to present a pristine natural environment for tourists visiting Pattaya during this season,” Mr. Manoch stated.
