{
  "id": 7080288,
  "title": "Pattaya orders urgent repairs on Big Buddha Hill road",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/pattaya-orders-urgent-repairs-on-big-buddha-hill-road",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-13T05:00:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Thaiger",
    "slug": "the-thaiger",
    "url": "https://thethaiger.com/news/pattaya/pattaya-orders-urgent-repairs-on-big-buddha-hill-road"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pattaya has ordered urgent repairs to Big Buddha Hill road following a landslide that created a significant gap in the road. The issue came to light after a landslide tore a large hole into the road on the popular exercise route, prompting complaints from runners and growing safety concerns. Mayor Poramet Ngampichet inspected the damaged section in the Pratumnak area on September 10.\n\nThe city's Engineering Department had already placed concrete blocks around the affected area as a temporary barrier to prevent people from entering the dangerous zone. A budget for extensive repair work has been approved, with construction set to begin in 2027. In the meantime, Poramet has instructed the Infrastructure Development Division to conduct a detailed survey of the site and decide on the best approach for permanent repairs.\n\nDuring the inspection, officials found additional sections of road on the hill that were uneven, potholed, and deteriorating. To address these issues temporarily, the engineering team was tasked with resurfacing the most affected areas with asphalt, a project expected to take no more than two weeks. This measure aims to reduce the risks for runners, residents, and tourists who use the area.\n\nFor more extensive repairs, the Pattaya City Council will need to approve funding for a longer-term project, which is anticipated to include a full road overlay across the affected section to enhance durability and surface quality. The city will continue monitoring the landslide damage and road conditions to maintain the safety of both residents and tourists on Big Buddha Hill, a popular spot for exercise.",
  "summary": "A landslide has torn a large hole into the road on Pattaya’s Big Buddha Hill, prompting the city to order urgent repairs after complaints from runners who use the popular exercise route. Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet inspected the damaged section in the Pratumnak area on September 10, following reports of the soil collapse and growing … The story Pattaya orders urgent repairs on Big Buddha…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Thaiger",
        "title": "Heavy rain floods Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/heavy-rain-floods-sukhumvit-road-in-pattaya",
        "published": "2026-09-13T03:30:41.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}