A major hip-hop concert at Legend Siam created severe traffic chaos in Pattaya at the weekend, as hundreds of motorcycle taxis caused gridlock by parking illegally in the streets.

 

The venue, located roughly 20 kilometres from central Pattaya, drew large crowds that overwhelmed the city’s already tourist-heavy traffic system on Saturday, November 23.

 

The situation deteriorated when motorcycle taxi drivers parked their vehicles in traffic lanes, significantly reducing road capacity and creating kilometres-long traffic jams. Multiple lanes were rendered unusable, leaving minimal space for regular traffic flow.

 

Residents expressed their discontent with both the lack of organised parking arrangements and proper registration systems for the event. The problems were compounded by the existing heavy tourist traffic in the area.

 

Many questioned whether concert organisers had obtained the necessary permits and implemented adequate traffic management plans.

 

Of particular concern was the behaviour of local motorcycle taxi drivers, who were reported to be blocking not only roads but also access to residential properties. With the concert scheduled to continue for another evening, residents braced for a second night of traffic disruption.

 

 

The incident sparked calls for enhanced regulations, with residents demanding better event management practices. Proposed solutions include implementing a formal registration system for motorcycle taxi drivers and ensuring they hold proper public licenses.

 

There is also a push to prioritise local drivers to better serve community needs, reported Pattaya Mail.

 

In similar news, Patong’s traffic woes continue to frustrate local government agencies as Mayor Chalermsak Maneesri highlights the challenges faced due to private ownership of Soi Saensabai. The notorious Phuket street is known for traffic congestion and safety hazards and has seen several pedestrian injuries, including those involving foreign tourists.

 

The inability of Patong Municipality to impose any regulations or initiate improvements on this privately owned road remains a primary concern.

 

Chalermsak explained that the municipality’s attempts to alleviate these issues have been consistently thwarted by the fact that Soi Saensabai is privately owned.

 

By Ryan Turner

Image courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-11-25

 

 

Reason the taxi losers were doing this ?

 

Reason the police allowed the taxi losers to do this ?

 

 

More of the same this weekend with the Fireworks!

12 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Many questioned whether concert organisers had obtained the necessary permits and implemented adequate traffic management plans.

Probably not...

30 minutes ago, jacko45k said:

More of the same this weekend with the Fireworks!

 

I would like to attend but the whole of Pattaya will be gridlocked.

11 hours ago, NickyLouie said:

 

 

Reason the police allowed the taxi losers to do this ?

 

 

 

 

 

Oooooh, I can't possibly imagine.....

12 minutes ago, henryford1958 said:

 

I would like to attend but the whole of Pattaya will be gridlocked.

Yes and following weekend jazz festival with ronan keating stock up and stay within walking distance 

Thug  riders of pattaya , up to there tricks again.

1 hour ago, henryford1958 said:

 

I would like to attend but the whole of Pattaya will be gridlocked.

Usually I would attend for one of the 2 nights, and stay overnight in a central hotel.... arriving there mid afternoon (driving in), and off after breakfast the next morning. The vehicle not being used in town.  If you are fit enough for  bit of Walking it isn't so bad. Had some good evenings in a bar after the fireworks ended, letting the traffic mayhem subside, sometimes getting entertainment watching it. 

 

Once Pattaya forms a Police force, these taxi drivers will have to obey the law.

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

implementing a formal registration system for motorcycle taxi drivers and ensuring they hold proper public licenses.

 

57 minutes ago, jacko45k said:

Usually I would attend for one of the 2 nights, and stay overnight in a central hotel.... arriving there mid afternoon (driving in), and off after breakfast the next morning. The vehicle not being used in town.  If you are fit enough for  bit of Walking it isn't so bad. Had some good evenings in a bar after the fireworks ended, letting the traffic mayhem subside, sometimes getting entertainment watching it. 

 

 

Walking TO the bar is OK it's walking home afterwards that bothers me

The police were probably all sat in Wonderful Bar as per usual.

On 11/25/2024 at 11:22 AM, snoop1130 said:

A major hip-hop concert

 

Says it all.

Lots of festivals, especially if famous stars are present, draw huge crowds in all countries. Some of these event tickets cost a fortune, so of course you’re going to find crowds outside.  I imagine most of Thai youths can’t afford entry, so hang around outside. There are thousands of kids outside stadiums when Taylor Swift is on , let them enjoy themselves. I don’t see any harm as long as there is no fighting for example.