PATTAYA, Thailand – Following the festive chaos of Wan Lai in Pattaya, the Cleanliness Control Division of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment has begun deep-cleaning elevators in public areas that were affected by powder and water.
Despite efforts to maintain accessibility, some elevators remained out of order due to water damage, sparking complaints from citizens—particularly those requiring wheelchair access. One resident reported that her friend in a wheelchair couldn’t cross the road because the elevator was out of service, forcing her partner to carry her.
Officials explained that the malfunction was caused by water infiltrating the elevator system, but repairs are now underway. Several elevators around the city still require cleaning and maintenance.
