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A train collision in Bangkok struck a public bus and other vehicles, triggering a major fire. Rescue teams contained the blaze, searched for victims and began an investigation into the cause.
Rescue teams were seen pulling injured passengers and motorists from the wreckage. (Credits: Reuters)
Bangkok,UPDATED: May 16, 2026 18:50 IST
At least eight people were killed and 25 others injured after a train collision triggered a massive fire that engulfed a public bus and several nearby vehicles in Thailand’s capital Bangkok on Saturday, authorities said.
According to rescue officials and police, the accident involved a train, a passenger bus, cars and motorcycles. The collision sparked a major blaze that rapidly spread through the bus and surrounding vehicles, sending thick plumes of smoke into the air and causing panic in the area.
Emergency response teams, including firefighters, police personnel and rescue workers, rushed to the scene shortly after the incident was reported. Visuals from the site showed flames consuming the bus as firefighters attempted to bring the blaze under control using water hoses.
Rescue teams were seen pulling injured passengers and motorists from the wreckage while emergency crews worked to clear the area and prevent the fire from spreading further.
Officials said at least eight people died in the accident, while 25 others sustained injuries of varying severity. The injured were shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities have not yet released details about the identities of the victims.
The fire was later brought under control after an extensive operation by emergency personnel. Rescue officials said crews continued cooling operations in the area while teams searched the damaged vehicles for any additional victims.
Authorities also carried out gas ventilation measures at the site to minimise the risk of secondary explosions or further fire hazards.
The exact circumstances leading to the collision remain unclear. Police have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the crash and whether any negligence or mechanical failure was involved.
Train and road accidents have periodically raised concerns about transport safety standards in Thailand, particularly in densely populated urban areas where rail crossings and heavy traffic often intersect.
Further details are awaited as investigators continue examining the scene and collecting evidence related to the deadly collision.
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Published By:
Ritaban Misra
Published On:
May 16, 2026 18:50 IST
