Fire Breaks Out at Pattaya Condominium; No Injuries Reported

On August 4, 2026, at approximately 2:36 a.m., a fire broke out in a sixth-floor unit of a condominium in Bang Lamung, Chonburi, according to Khaosod Online Thailand. Emergency responders, including Pattaya City firefighters and local authorities, arrived at the scene to find heavy smoke and flames emanating from room 610 in Building D.

Residents, including both Thai nationals and foreign tourists, were evacuated from the building as firefighters worked for two hours to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to adjacent units. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, though the interior of the affected apartment sustained significant damage.

The apartment owner reported that she was awakened by the smell of smoke and discovered the fire originating in the kitchen area. She managed to escape and seek help from neighbors and building staff. Regarding the cause, the owner suggested that her cat may have stepped on the electric stove's power switch, noting that similar incidents had occurred previously.

For residents and travelers, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety protocols in high-rise buildings and the necessity of ensuring that appliances are fully disconnected or secured when not in use. While the owner’s account points to a potential accidental activation by a pet, official investigators have yet to release a formal report confirming the definitive cause of the fire.