iPattaya AI

Safety Tips

Emergency Numbers

1155

Tourist Police

English-speaking officers

191

Police

General emergency

1669

Ambulance

Medical emergency

199

Fire

Fire department

Beach Safety

Do

Swim near lifeguard stations
Check flag colors before entering water
Wear reef-safe sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Stay hydrated and seek shade regularly
Wear water shoes on rocky beaches

Don't

Swim alone or at unmonitored beaches
Ignore rip current warnings
Touch jellyfish even if they look dead
Swim after consuming alcohol
Leave valuables unattended on the beach

Traffic Safety

Do

Always wear a helmet on motorbikes
Use designated crossing points
Agree on baht bus fare before boarding
Use ride-hailing apps (Grab/Bolt) at night
Carry your international driving permit

Don't

Rent a motorbike without experience
Assume cars will stop at crosswalks
Leave your passport as motorbike deposit
Drive under the influence
Ride without travel insurance coverage

Scam Awareness

Do

Research prices before purchasing gems/jewelry
Use metered taxis or negotiate fare upfront
Photograph jet ski condition before renting
Book tours through reputable agencies
Keep receipts for expensive purchases

Don't

Buy gems from strangers offering "deals"
Accept free rides from tuk-tuk drivers
Pay for jet ski damage without police report
Share personal info with strangers
Fall for "closed today" attraction scams

Health Tips

Do

Drink bottled water only
Use mosquito repellent, especially at dusk
Eat at busy restaurants with high turnover
Carry basic medication (diarrhea, pain relief)
Stay in air-conditioned spaces during peak heat

Don't

Drink tap water or use ice from unknown sources
Eat raw shellfish from street vendors
Ignore signs of heat stroke (dizziness, nausea)
Skip travel insurance that covers medical
Pet stray dogs or cats

Night Safety

Do

Stay in well-lit, populated areas
Keep valuables in hotel safe
Watch your drinks at all times
Use hotel-called taxis late at night
Share your location with friends/family

Don't

Flash expensive jewelry or electronics
Accept drinks from strangers
Walk alone in dark alleys
Carry large amounts of cash
Leave drinks unattended

Natural Disasters

Do

Monitor weather forecasts during monsoon (Jun-Oct)
Know your hotel evacuation routes
Move to higher ground if tsunami warning issued
Keep emergency contacts saved offline
Avoid flooded roads and underpasses

Don't

Swim during thunderstorms
Ignore official weather warnings
Drive through flood waters
Stay near the beach during tsunami alerts
Panic -- follow official instructions calmly

Emergency Resources

Bangkok Hospital Pattaya

038-259-999

24/7 Emergency

Pattaya Memorial Hospital

038-488-777

24/7 Emergency

Tourist Police Station

Beach Road, Central Pattaya

Walk-in available

Immigration Office

Soi 5, Jomtien

Mon-Fri 08:30-16:30