Chicken Farms Spur Fly Infestation in Chai Nat

Over 200 households along the border of Chai Nat and Nakhon Sawan provinces are contending with a significant fly infestation, reportedly linked to chicken farms. On May 29, residents expressed concerns about living conditions, stating they now eat meals under mosquito nets to avoid flies and fear potential disease outbreaks.

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This issue originated from four broiler chicken farm operators running 17 closed-system barns, each holding at least 30,000 chickens. The situation is exacerbated by ongoing construction of 17 additional barns. Residents are urging relevant agencies to investigate and halt further construction, fearing unresolved sanitation issues despite prior complaints.

Locals like Rattana, 62, highlight short-term solutions like flypaper are insufficient. The infestation also affects livestock, raising alarms about disease risks. Nithinan, 40, emphasizes the community's deteriorating quality of life, as the fly problem invades homes and disrupts daily activities. Though complaints to the Damrongtham Centre prompted an inspection, officials reportedly found no flies, leaving residents frustrated.

Despite interventions such as meetings with officials and chemical sprays, locals like Boonyuen, 65, report persistent issues with manure smell and noise. They now seek decisive action, urging authorities to inspect the farms thoroughly and enforce regulations if violations are found. The community hopes for restored living conditions soon.

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