Bangkok Hauls in 390 K Krathongs After Quieter Festival Night

Bangkok Hauls in 390 K Krathongs After Quieter Festival Night

Following this year’s Loy Krathong festival, the city of Bangkok collected about 390,000 krathongs—floating baskets launched into waterways—reflecting a slightly quieter evening than in previous years. Organisers attribute the drop partly to weather warnings and partly to more orderly operations. Cleanup crews were deployed to clear canals and the Chao Phraya River more efficiently, reducing environmental impact and congestion. City officials say the volume still signals strong public participation but emphasise that waste management, waterway protection and festival logistics remain major priorities going forward. The haul gives authorities data to plan next year’s event, including how to better manage crowds, debris and launch sites.