Tragedy in Thailand: Deadly Explosion at Fireworks Warehouse Leaves 9 Dead, Over 100 Injured of
An explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Thailand leaves nine dead and over 100 injured. The blast, believed to be caused by welding during construction, caused significant damage and follows a recent similar incident in Chiang Mai. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.
Explosion,Fireworks,Warehouse,Thailand,Deaths,Injuries,Blast,Construction,Accident,Investigation ---- In a devastating incident, an explosion tore through a fireworks warehouse in Sungai Kolok, Thailand, resulting in the deaths of at least nine people and injuring over 100. The blast, which occurred on Saturday, is believed to have been caused by welding during construction work on the building.
The Narathiwat governor, Sanan Pongaksorn, provided an update on the incident, stating that there were 10 confirmed deaths, with two individuals remaining unidentified. He also mentioned that there were 121 reported injuries, with two of them being severe. The explosion caused significant damage in a 500-meter radius, affecting over 200 households. Distressing videos captured the scene, showing a massive plume of smoke, damaged structures, and debris-covered streets. Witnesses described the chaos and devastation, with houses collapsing and people lying on the ground.
Thailand has a poor safety record in both the construction sector and the production of fireworks, often leading to such deadly accidents. This incident follows a similar explosion at a fireworks factory in Chiang Mai just five days prior. Authorities are investigating the incident and have issued a summons to the owner of the warehouse for negligence.