Tour encounters ‘sea of poop’ at Thailand’s Full Moon Party beach, shocking video emerges | Trending

Dec 25, 2024 03:22 PM Koh Phangan in Thailand faced criticism as viral video exposed filthy waters from poor sewage and tour pollution, sparking outrage and calls for action. Koh Phangan, the renowned Thai island famous for its iconic Full Moon Party, has long been a magnet for partygoers worldwide. Known for its vibrant energy, the island attracts thousands of visitors each month. However, over recent years, the island’s allure has been overshadowed the severe environmental damage caused unchecked tourism, raising alarm about the state of its waters and beaches. Koh Phangan, Thailand, faced backlash after viral video exposed filthy waters from tour pollution.(Instagram/less_travelled_) (Also read: Behaviour of desis on Thailand flight irritates man: ‘Indians need to learn civic sense’) Travel content creator Grant Barnes recently shared a startling video highlighting the island’s deteriorating conditions. Describing the island’s waters as “filthy,” Barnes cautioned tours against jumping in, even if it appears inviting. The unsettling reason? Intoxicated tours reportedly defecate and urinate openly in the water, as revealed local news reports. “The water may look appealing, but it’s far from clean,” Barnes remarked in his video, which has since gone viral. The clip also sheds light on the island’s poorly equipped sewage system, which struggles to cope with the influx of tours during the monthly Full Moon Party. Sewage discharge into the ocean has severely degraded water quality and caused significant harm to marine ecosystems, including coral reefs. Watch the clip here: Viral video sparks heated debateSince its release, Barnes’ video has gone viral, sparking widespread discussion online. One commenter expressed outrage, saying, “This is heartbreaking. We must hold tours accountable for their actions!” Another called for accountability from local authorities: “Where is the government in all this? They need to step up.” A more frustrated user remarked, “Why visit a place if you’re going to destroy it?” Others shared nostalgia for the island’s past charm, lamenting, “Koh Phangan used to be prine. Now it’s just a garbage dump.” (Also read: Rare twin tigresses at Thailand zoo captivate crowds with stunning beauty) Some comments defended the tourism board, stating, “Managing so many visitors is no easy task.” Meanwhile, a few voices downplayed the issue, suggesting, “This happens in most tour hotspots. Why single out Koh Phangan?” Get Latest Updates on… See more News / Trending / Tour encounters ‘sea of poop’ at Thailand’s Full Moon Party beach, shocking video emerges