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Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A man who withdrew the government hand out, chose to celebrate by getting drunk and fell into a canal. He was rescued after a search, with relatives, who had prepared for the worst left stunned by his survival. At around 20:30 on September 26, Udon Thani city police and rescue teams received a report of a man falling into an irrigation canal in the Suntorn Satchabun area in Ban Thon, Ban Lueam Subdistrict, Mueang District, Udon Thani Province. The man had not been found when the authorities arrived at the scene. Upon arrival, officials discovered a white-and-black Honda Wave motorcycle, license plate from Nong Bua Lamphu, parked by the canal. They also found the missing man’s shirt, a water bottle, and half a bottle of liquor near the canal bank. Soon after, Mr. Wittawat, 45, a municipal garbage collector from Udon Thani, approached the officers and identified the missing man as his 49-year-old brother, Mr. Thongrit, also known as "Pee Kiew," from Kud Din Ji village in Nong Bua Lamphu Province. Mr. Wittawat explained that his brother had called earlier, saying he was coming to Udon Thani to look for work. After withdrawing 5,000 baht of the 10,000 baht he had, Mr. Thongrit set off on his motorcycle. CCTV footage from the area showed Mr. Thongrit sitting beside the canal next to his motorcycle before stumbling and falling into the water, apparently while drunk and trying to relieve himself. He then disappeared into the canal, which led officials to believe he had been swept away by the current. Divers began searching the canal, but Mr. Thongrit's body was not found, leading to fears that he had drowned. For over an hour, villagers, divers, and officials searched the canal, but their efforts seemed in vain. Then, miraculously, a local resident reported seeing Mr. Thongrit walking out of the canal about 2 kilometres from the accident site, wearing only his underwear. The searchers rushed to help him and found that Mr. Thongrit appeared confused by the crowd of villagers and rescuers, exclaiming, “What’s everyone doing here? I’m not dead. I’m just embarrassed and cold.” The rescuers quickly covered him with a towel. Mr. Thongrit explained that after withdrawing his money, he had bought a bottle of liquor to celebrate with the locals. After drinking, he tried to relieve himself near the canal but accidentally fell in, his intoxication causing him to be swept away by the current. Eventually regaining full consciousness, he managed to climb out of the canal on his own. When asked how he managed to survive, Mr. Thongrit replied that he had held tightly to 300 baht in cash while thinking of his late father. He expressed joy at his survival, smiling as his younger brother embraced him. Relatives, His brother jokingly suggested that Mr. Thongrit should quit drinking to avoid future disasters. -- 2024-09-27

Man Withdraws Government Cash, Buys Liquor for Celebration, Gets Drunk and Falls into Canal A man who withdrew the government hand out, chose to celebrate by getting drunk and fell into a canal, in Udon Thai province. He was rescued after a search, with relatives, who had prepared for the worst left stunned by his survival. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339200-man-withdraws-government-cash-buys-liquor-for-celebration-gets-drunk-and-falls-into-canal/

Picture from responders. In an incident on the morning of September 26, two female bank employees lost their lives when a bus collided with and ran over their motorcycle near Prachanukul Intersection in Bangkok. Witnesses reported hearing a loud sound, similar to a vehicle running over something at the time of the accident. At approximately 08:45 Pol. Lt. Col. Chattharapit Jan-urai, Deputy Inspector of Prachachuen Police Station, received a report of a fatal collision involving a bus and a motorcycle at Prachanukul Intersection on Ratchadaphisek Road, Wong Sawang Subdistrict, Bang Sue District. He immediately proceeded to the scene with a medical examiner from Police General Hospital and volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation. Upon arrival, authorities found a Honda Click motorcycle, orange in color, with Bangkok license plates, lying in the middle of the right-most lane of Ratchadaphisek Road. Tragically, the two victims were discovered lifeless at the scene. The victims were identified as Ms. Pimnipa (last name withheld), 34, who was found lying on top of Ms. Manatsanan (last name withheld), 31, the motorcycle's driver. A short distance from the motorcycle, about 5 metres away, an orange air-conditioned bus was parked in the right-most lane. The bus, registered in Bangkok, had visible damage on its right bumper. The bus driver, Mr. Jamnong (last name withheld), 55, remained at the scene and was cooperating with police investigators. According to preliminary investigations, Ms. Manatsanan had been driving the motorcycle with Ms. Pimnipa as her passenger. They were en route to work at a bank branch in Wong Sawang. While making a U-turn under the Prachanukul overpass, the motorcycle was struck from behind by Bus No. 49, which was in the right lane. The impact caused the motorcycle to fall, and both women were tragically run over by the bus. Pol. Lt. Col. Chattharapit reported that Mr. Jamnong stated during questioning that as he was driving in the right lane of Ratchadaphisek Road, heading towards Prachanukul Intersection and preparing to turn right onto Prachachuen Road, he suddenly heard a loud noise near the front right wheel. Upon stopping the bus to investigate, he discovered that the bus had collided with the motorcycle, resulting in the fatalities. Authorities are continuing to interview the driver and review footage from the bus’s front-facing camera and surrounding CCTV to determine the exact cause of the accident. The bodies of the victims have been sent to the Police General Hospital’s forensic unit. Statement from Bangkok Mass Transit Authority, expressing their condolences and apologies to the families of the deceased is below. -- 2024-09-27

Bus Crash Claims the Lives of Two Bank Employees in Bangkok Two female bank employees lost their lives when a bus collided with and ran over their motorcycle near Prachanukul Intersection in Bangkok. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339198-bus-crash-claims-the-lives-of-two-bank-employees-in-bangkok/

UPDATE Thai VietJet Declines to Press Charges Against Polish Woman for Bomb Threat, Set to Return Home Tonight Thai VietJet has announced during the evening of September 26, that it will not pursue legal action against a 34-year-old Polish woman who made a bomb threat while on board a flight from Da Nang, Vietnam, to Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok. The woman is scheduled to leave Thailand and return to Poland over night on September 26. The incident occurred earlier on Thai VietJet flight VZ961. The Polish passenger threatened that there was a bomb on the aircraft, prompting immediate safety measures. Authorities were dispatched to conduct thorough checks, including body searches of passengers, luggage inspections, and a complete sweep of the aircraft. No suspicious items or explosives were found, and the woman was detained for police questioning. Following the investigation, it was determined that the woman had not intended to carry out an act of terrorism or actually plant a bomb. Her statement was deemed a violation of aviation security regulations but without malicious intent. Thai VietJet has decided not to press charges, and the passenger is set to depart Thailand to return to Poland. -- 2024-09-26

Polish Passenger Threatens to Bomb Plane Mid-air on Flight to Bangkok The incident unfolded on September 26, aboard VZ 961, a Thai Vietjet flight traveling from Da Nang to Suvarnabhumi International Airport, when a Polish woman, identified as Ms. Myrcik, allegedly threatened to bomb the plane mid-flight. The flight had 121 passengers and six crew members on board. Full Story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339184-polish-passenger-threatens-to-bomb-plane-mid-air-on-flight-to-bangkok/

Picture of the passenger detained at Suvarnabhumi. The incident unfolded on September 26, aboard VZ 961, a Thai Vietjet flight traveling from Da Nang to Suvarnabhumi International Airport, when a Polish woman, identified as Ms. Myrcik, allegedly threatened to bomb the plane mid-flight. The flight had 121 passengers and six crew members on board. At approximately 14:45 the captain of the aircraft informed Suvarnabhumi ATC (air traffic control) about the bomb threat, which was reportedly made via a mobile phone. Authorities immediately activated emergency action plans and protocols to ensure the safety of the aircraft, airport, passengers and crew. Upon receiving the threat, officials at Suvarnabhumi prepared for an emergency landing and directed the plane to Isolated Parking 1, a designated safe zone for such incidents. After landing in Bangkok, a tactical response team swiftly separated passengers, crew, and baggage for a thorough search. Ms. Myrcik was promptly detained and handed over to Suvarnabhumi police for questioning. Despite the gravity of the threat, which turned out to be false, airport officials praised the captain and ground crew for their composed and professional handling of the situation. The quick response ensured that there was no panic among the passengers, and operations at Suvarnabhumi Airport continued without disruption. According to the Aviation Offenses Act, B.E. 2558 (2015), Section 22, anyone who knowingly makes a false statement or sends false information that causes or is likely to cause alarm to passengers aboard an aircraft in flight shall be subject to imprisonment for no more than 5 years, a fine of up to 200,000 baht (two hundred thousand baht), or both. If the act causes danger to the safety of the aircraft while in flight, the offender shall be subject to imprisonment for 5 to 15 years or a fine ranging from 200,000 baht (two hundred thousand baht) to 600,000 baht (six hundred thousand baht), or both. Thai VietJet Official Statement Thai VietJet clarified the facts regarding a bomb threat on a flight, which turned out to be false. The incident occurred on flight VZ961 from Da Nang to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok. The crew received a report from a foreign passenger claiming there was an explosive device on board. The crew immediately followed safety procedures and contacted security personnel at the destination airport. After the flight landed safely, the aircraft was moved to a designated secure area as specified by the airport for a thorough inspection of passengers and luggage. The passengers were then escorted to the terminal in an orderly manner. Relevant authorities also conducted a detailed safety check of the aircraft. -- 2024-09-26

UPDATE Lightning Strike: 1 Dead, 1 Seriously Injured as Six Cambodian Workers Struck in Cassava Field Picture courtesy of Daily News. Six Cambodian workers who were hired to cut cassava in a plantation in Chonburi province were struck by lightning during a sudden storm. One worker was killed instantly, another was left severely injured, while four others miraculously escaped unscathed. Police Lieutenant Ruangsak Siribut, Deputy Inspector of the Huay Yai Police Station, received a report of a lightning strike that had resulted in injuries and a fatality in a cassava field near Huay Yai Fire Station in Bang Lamung District. Emergency responders from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, rescuers found the area lashed by heavy rainfall and continuous lightning. The field, over 20 rai in size, was the site of the fatal accident. Under a nearby tree, 16-year-old Cambodian worker Sorn was found severely injured, his clothes torn and burn marks covering his body. He was quickly transported to Wat Yanasangwararam Hospital for emergency treatment. Nearby, a white Toyota pickup truck with Rayong license was parked under the same tree. Tragically, the body of an unidentified Cambodian man, estimated to be between 30 and 35 years old, was found lying on the ground. His clothes were similarly torn, with burn marks across his body, indicating he had been killed instantly by the lightning strike. According to 30-year-old Cambodian worker Phong, one of the survivors, the group had been cutting cassava when a storm began to brew. The sky darkened and thunder rumbled constantly. In a bid to avoid the downpour, they sought shelter under a tree. Sorn took refuge inside the truck, while the deceased man sat in the back of the vehicle’s open bed. The other four workers, including Phong, were running towards the tree when two powerful lightning strikes hit. The force of the strikes injured Sorn and killed the man instantly, while the others, still at a distance from the tree, were spared. Authorities have advised the public to avoid taking shelter under trees or in open fields during thunderstorms, as such locations can attract lightning strikes. -- 2024-09-26 My Movie.mp4

Lightning Strike Leads to Death and Injuries in Ban Phin Chaem, Huai Yai Area, Near Pattaya The incident caused by extreme weather, a severe thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rainfall and lightning struck the Ban Phin Chaem area in Huai Yai, while local workers were harvesting cassava, led to the death of one person, critical injuries to another, and left five others injured. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339143-lightning-strike-leads-to-death-and-injuries-in-ban-phin-chaem-huai-yai-area/

Picture and video of the scene from responders. The incident caused by extreme weather, a severe thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rainfall and lightning struck the Ban Phin Chaem area in Huai Yai, early afternoon of September 26. The incident, which occurred while local workers were harvesting cassava, led to the death of one person, critical injuries to another, and left five others injured. Witnesses reported that the storm developed quickly, catching the workers by surprise as they were in the middle of their tasks. Despite the increasingly dangerous conditions, the workers continued their work, believing the storm would pass. However, a powerful bolt of lightning struck directly at the field where the cassava harvest was taking place. One worker tragically lost their life on the spot as a result of the lightning strike. Another worker was seriously injured and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. Additionally, five others sustained varying degrees of injuries from the incident. Emergency services were called to the scene, and local authorities have since issued a weather advisory, urging residents in Huai Yai and surrounding areas to exercise extreme caution during the ongoing storm season. Video below is from live stream of emergency medical responders. -- 2024-09-26 My Movie.mp4

Funny, as previously with the fire you questioned me on in Sattahip, you clearly have very limited knowledge of the subject. I simply explained why there was no fire, and not just for your benefit. Can you please tell me where any of my information was wrong?

I explained to you why there was no fire, or do you not like having things explained to you? LPG cylinder explosions are not a common occurrence, and if there was BLEVE the damage would have been far greater and a lot more extensive.

There was clearly no fire, as can be seen from the damage is not showing any signs of anything being burnt. The unignited leaking gas in this incident, had built up to be within its explosive range, between LEL (lower explosive limit) 2.1% (Propane) 1.9% (Butane) and UEL (upper explosive limit) 9.5% (Propane) 8.5% (Butane). The mixture found an ignition source, which could have been a flame (candle, cigarette, etc) or spark (electrical switch) and ignited the leak. The ignition of the leaking gas caused the explosion in the room creating a high pressure wave that did the structural damage, thus venting the area. The high pressure wave would suppress and extinguish the now burning leak and hence no fire developed as the leaking gas was no longer contained, so could not form an explosive mixture. A gas explosion like this is not going to cause an LPG cylinder to exploded, as LPG is not susceptible to thermal shock, like some gases, (such as acetylene) but requires direct heating of the cylinder before a BLEVE (boiling liquid expanding vapour explosion) can occur. The possibly of a BLEVE of a cylinder, will be dependent on the temperature it is exposed to, the quality, age and condition of the cylinder and how full the cylinder is.

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An unidentified woman’s decomposed body was discovered washed ashore along the Mekong River in Bueng Kan province, Thailand, showing signs of head trauma. Authorities estimate she has been deceased for approximately 14 days. No missing person reports have been filed in the area, and police are appealing to the public for information that might help identify the victim. On September 25, Police Lieutenant Colonel Prasong Wongsin, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation at Bung Khla Police Station in Bueng Kan, received a report from Boon-um Sunikun. While gathering driftwood from the Mekong River near Ban Huai Leb Mue in Bung Khla district, Boon-um noticed a body tangled in some small bushes along the riverbank. Police, local authorities, forensic teams from Bueng Kan, medical personnel from Bung Khla Hospital, and rescue workers from Sawang Si Wilai Rescue Unit arrived at the scene. They found the badly decomposed body covered in mud, with parts of the legs already missing due to animal activity. The skull, also soiled with mud, was retrieved and cleaned along with the blue elastic-waist pants the deceased was wearing. Preliminary medical examination identified the remains as a woman, approximately 150 cm tall, likely aged between 50 and 60 years old, with graying black hair. A notable feature was a depression on the right side of her skull, possibly caused by a blow from a blunt object, though investigators believe it might also have resulted from the body being repeatedly struck by rocks as it floated down the river. Lieutenant Colonel Prasong confirmed that the body has been transferred to the Sawang Si Wilai Rescue Unit, awaiting further investigation and potential identification. No identification documents were found on the body, and no missing persons have been reported in the vicinity. -- 2024-09-26

Unidentified Woman’s Body Found Along the Mekong River. Suspected Dead for 14 Days An unidentified woman’s decomposed body was discovered washed ashore along the Mekong River in Bueng Kan province, Thailand, showing signs of head trauma. Authorities estimate she has been deceased for approximately 14 days. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339116-unidentified-woman’s-body-found-along-the-mekong-river-suspected-dead-for-14-days/

The Lanna 3 Hospital building in Mueang District, Chiang Mai, was flooded in the early hours of September 26. RPReplay_Final1727316960.mp4

Picture from responders. A 50-year-old man was found dead on the morning of September 25, after collapsing into a ditch in a rubber plantation in Nakhon Si Thammarat province. According to local police, the incident was reported to Pol. Lt. Jarae Phoolkaew, Deputy Inspector (Investigation) of Tha Sala Police Station. Officers, along with medical personnel from Tha Sala Hospital, responded to the scene in Moo 6, Thaiburi Subdistrict, Tha Sala District. At the site, authorities discovered the body of the deceased lying face-down in the ditch. The victim was identified as Mr. Veerasak (surname withheld), a 50-year-old resident of Moo 6, Thaiburi Subdistrict, Tha Sala District. An initial examination of the body and the scene revealed no signs of physical assault or theft. Family members informed investigators that they last saw Mr. Veerasak on the evening of September 24, around 18:00. By the next morning, they learned of his death in the rubber plantation. Relatives expressed surprise over the death, stating that Mr. Veerasak was known for frequently drinking alcohol to the point of intoxication. Medical professionals on-site concluded that the suspected cause of death was drowning. Police have sent the body for a detailed autopsy to confirm the exact cause of death, and to confirm if he suffered a medical event or just collapsed into the ditch. The body will then be returned to the family for funeral arrangements in accordance with local customs. -- 2024-09-26

The flooding in Chiang Mai continues to worsen as the Ping River reaches record-breaking levels. As of 21:00, the water level in the city of Chiang Mai had risen to 4.83 metres, surpassing the 2022 flood level. Authorities expect the level to climb above 5.10 metres, exceeding the 2011 flood levels. Reports from Chiang Mai indicate that the situation remains critical as new floodwaters from Mae Taeng District have reached the city. The flooding has expanded, inundating major economic areas such as the Night Bazaar, San Pa Khoi Market, and parts of the Chiang Mai-Lamphun Road, with water depths ranging from 50 to 100 cm. The flood levels are expected to rise further. Floodwaters have already reached residential areas and commercial zones in all seven areas affected during the severe floods of 2011 and 2022. Early estimates suggest that over 2,000 families have been impacted so far. Residents in all seven flood-prone zones of Chiang Mai’s city district have been advised to remain vigilant and move their belongings to higher ground to prevent damage. -- 2024-09-26

Chiang Mai City, Floods Expected to Surpass 2011 Levels The flooding in Chiang Mai continues to worsen as the Ping River reaches record-breaking levels. As of 21:00, the water level in the city of Chiang Mai had risen to 4.83 metres, surpassing the 2022 flood level. Authorities expect the level to climb above 5.10 metres, exceeding the 2011 flood level. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339101-chiang-mai-city-floods-expected-to-surpass-2011-levels/

Pictures from responders. A fire broke out at a condo in the heart of Bangkok on the evening of September 25, causing a swift response from emergency services. Three people were found suffering from smoke inhalation, including a pregnant woman. The fire was at a condominium in the Bang Khun Si subdistrict of Bangkok Noi. The fire was seen coming from the windows of a unit on the fifth floor, with thick smoke billowing out. Firefighters initially used external hose-lines to contain the fire, as responders in breathing apparatus entered the building and lead the 3 persons to safety and successfully extinguishing the fire without it spreading. The three individuals, two men and one pregnant woman, suffered from smoke inhalation. All were experiencing chest tightness and difficulty breathing. They were taken to Siriraj Hospital for medical attention by volunteers from a local rescue foundation. The fire was contained within the bedroom, with some heat and smoke damage to the rest of unit. There was minimal smoke into the communal corridor and no other units were damaged. The cause of the fire is under investigation. -- 2024-09-26

Fire in Bangkok Condo, 3 People Suffer from Smoke Inhalation, Including a Pregnant Woman A fire broke out at a condo in the heart of Bangkok on the evening of September 25. Three people were found suffering from smoke inhalation, including a pregnant woman. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339100-fire-in-bangkok-condo-3-people-suffer-from-smoke-inhalation-including-a-pregnant-woman/

Picture courtesy of Sattahip News. A 32-year-old Russian woman was rescued after being stranded at sea for seven hours off the coast of Bang Saray, Sattahip. The incident occurred around 16:00 on September 25, when a local squid fishing boat spotted the woman floating in the open sea, calling for help. The fisherman immediately contacted Mr. Supot Chomdokmai, 40, who rushed to the scene with a speedboat to assist. Upon arrival, the woman was found floating around 8 kilometres from the shore. She had been assisted by the fishing boat and was brought safely to land at the Bang Saray Fishing and Tourism Club pier. The woman, identified only as Junior, explained that she had been staying at a hotel in Najomtien and had gone for a swim at around 09:00, after consuming a small amount of alcohol. She had unintentionally swum far from shore and lost her sense of direction, eventually drifting 8 kilometres out to sea. Exhausted and disoriented, she floated and signaled for help until the fishing boat spotted her. Mr. Supot, who coordinated the rescue, reported that the woman was fatigued but otherwise unharmed. She was safely brought ashore, where rescue workers from the Sawang Rojanatham Foundation took her to a nearby hospital for a health check. Arrangements were made with her hotel to return her to her accommodation after the medical assessment. -- 2024-09-26

Russian Woman Rescued After Drifting at Sea for 7 Hours in Sattahip A 32-year-old Russian woman was rescued after being stranded at sea for seven hours off the coast of Bang Saray, Sattahip. The incident occurred around 16:00 on September 25, when a local squid fishing boat spotted the woman floating in the open sea, calling for help. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339098-russian-woman-rescued-after-drifting-at-sea-for-7-hours-in-sattahip/

UPDATE Pit Bull Owner Surrenders Dog After Fatal Attack on Relative Picture courtesy of Khaosod. The incident in Pathum Thani has led the owner of a Pit Bull to surrender the dog to the Watchdog Thailand Foundation after the animal fatally attacked a 67-year-old woman, identified as Ms. Daeng Thammathanta, while she was cycling near her home. The attack took place in an unnamed alley in the Chiang Rak Noi subdistrict, Sam Khok district. The victim, who lived just 100 metres away from the dog's residence, was found with severe bite wounds over her body. The owner, Ms. Kiatkanok Tanlae, 48, who is a relative of the victim, revealed that the Pit Bull, named Poikae, had been with the family for five years. The dog was raised alongside seven other Thai dogs and had no history of aggression until recently. In the weeks leading up to the fatal attack, Poikae had bitten three other people, including two elderly male relatives and Ms. Kiatkanok's 17-year-old daughter, who had been receiving medical treatment for her injuries daily. Ms. Kiatkanok, who said she loved the dog like her own child, explained that Poikae was usually kept locked in a cage, and she was unaware of how the dog had managed to escape before the attack. Despite her attachment to the dog, she decided to surrender it to the Watchdog Thailand Foundation (WDT) out of fear that it might escape again and harm others. The foundation, along with a professional dog trainer, has already contacted Ms. Kiatkanok to take Poikae into their care. Regarding the legal consequences, the victim was Ms. Kiatkanok's husband's aunt, and the police have already interviewed her. The authorities have advised her to focus on arranging the victim’s funeral while investigations continue. -- 2024-09-25

Pictures and video from responders. A Sattahip based Navy Petty Officer, Phatthawan Suwann, lost his life in a car crash, during the morning of September 25. The incident took place at kilometre marker 10 on Route 331 in the Huai Yai subdistrict of Bang Lamung district. According to initial reports, the officer was driving a red Suzuki Ciaz sedan, registered in Bangkok, at high speed when his vehicle veered off the road and crashed into a tree in the central ditch. Emergency response teams arrived to find the vehicle overturned approximately 50 metres from the point of impact. Tragically, Petty Officer Phatthawan was pinned beneath the car and had succumbed to his injuries. Local police, led by Deputy Inspector Nevin Suntuawanich of the Huai Yai Police Station, are investigating the accident. CCTV footage captured the moment the car lost control, showing the vehicle speeding before veering off course and hitting the tree. Preliminary investigations suggest the driver may have fallen asleep or lost control of the car due to the high speed. Rescue teams from Sawang Boriboon Pattaya Foundation were on-site to assist, and the officer’s body has been taken to Bang Lamung Hospital for an autopsy. Family members will be notified to arrange the funeral. Authorities continue to investigate the exact cause of the crash while awaiting autopsy results and further evidence from the scene. Videos below shows responders at the scene and the CCTV of the crash. -- 2024-09-25 My Movie.mp4 RPReplay_Final1727254934.mp4