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Pregnant Woman and Husband Narrowly Escape After Car Plunges Into Pond A heavily pregnant woman and her Chinese husband had a close call when their car plunged into a pond after she accidentally stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake. Both managed to escape safely from the submerged vehicle. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337759-pregnant-woman-and-husband-narrowly-escape-after-car-plunges-into-pond/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A heavily pregnant woman and her Chinese husband had a close call on September 9, when their car plunged into a pond after she accidentally stepped on the accelerator instead of the brake. Both managed to escape safely from the submerged vehicle. The incident occurred in the Wang Takhian sub-district of Kabin Buri, Prachinburi province, when a 30-year-old woman, eight months pregnant, was driving with her husband. They were attempting to turn the car around when she mistakenly pressed the accelerator, causing the car to speed into a nearby pond. The pond, covering an area of over 3 rai (about 1.2 acres) and with a depth of 4 metres, quickly engulfed the vehicle. The couple managed to swim to safety and walked approximately 400 metres to seek help from a nearby roadside vendor. Rescue services were immediately contacted and arrived on the scene to assist. The pregnant woman, identified as Ms. Wannarat (surname withheld), and her husband were transported to Kabin Buri Hospital. Ms. Wannarat was admitted to the emergency room for a thorough check-up to ensure the safety of both mother and unborn child. According to a local vendor, Thaworn Kumchan, who was the first to assist the couple, the woman explained that they had been searching for a rental house and decided to turn around for another route. However, as she made the turn, she accidentally pressed the accelerator, causing the car to plunge into the water. Rescue divers were dispatched to retrieve the vehicle, which was submerged at a depth of 4 metres. They successfully pulled the car, a yellow MG sedan, from the water. The front of the car had sustained significant damage. Authorities believe the woman likely shifted gears incorrectly and pressed the accelerator instead of the brake, leading to the accident. Fortunately, her quick thinking to instruct her husband to open the car door allowed them to escape before the vehicle fully sank. The incident ended without injury, but the couple was shaken by the close call. -- 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Pattaya: Search For Culprit Who Muzzled 10 Dogs With Tape Social media has been abuzz with outrage as authorities and animal lovers search for an unknown individual who cruelly bound the mouths of 10 dogs with adhesive tape in Soi 12, Pattaya-Naklua, Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337758-pattaya-search-for-culprit-who-muzzled-10-dogs-with-tape/

Picture of the dogs. Social media has been abuzz with outrage as authorities and animal lovers search for an unknown individual who cruelly bound the mouths of 10 dogs with adhesive tape in Soi 12, Pattaya-Naklua Road, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. Some of the dogs were also seen with plastic bottles hanging around their necks. Local residents speculate that the muzzling was due to the dogs’ loud barking and aggressive behavior toward tourists. The images posted online sparked criticism, with many condemning the act as animal cruelty. Upon investigation, it was confirmed that the dogs had indeed been walking and lying along the streets with their mouths taped shut. The security guards in the area stated that although these dogs are usually looked after by someone, they remain muzzled day and night, with the tape only removed when someone comes to feed them. The incident has raised concerns among the local community, prompting calls for officials to investigate whether this act violates the *Prevention of Cruelty and Animal Welfare Act 2014 This law protects animals from abuse and neglect, and violators can face up to two years in prison, a fine of up to 40,000 baht, or both. The public is urging authorities to take swift action and locate the individual responsible for this cruel act. -- 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Van Driver Loses Control, Crashes Into Electric Pole and Overturns A passenger driver van lost control before crashing into an electric pole and overturning in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Nine passengers were injured, but no fatalities. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337757-van-driver-loses-control-crashes-into-electric-pole-and-overturns/

Picture from responders. A passenger driver van lost control, on September 9, crashing into an electric pole and overturning in Nakhon Si Thammarat. Nine passengers were injured in what being considered a lucky escape that there were no fatalities. Rescue teams responded swiftly to free the injured from the wreckage and transport them to the hospital. The crash occurred on the Nakhon-Hua Sai Road in the Suan Luang subdistrict of Chaloem Phra Kiat district. Pol. Lt. Col. Ekchak Mukda, an investigator with Chaloem Phra Kiat Police, received the report and coordinated with rescue teams from the Tai Tek Tung and Pracharuamjai Foundations, along with medical personnel from Chaloem Phra Kiat Hospital, to provide assistance. Upon arrival at the scene, the rescue teams found a severely damaged white Toyota van lying overturned in the median of the four-lane road. Nine individuals, including the driver, were trapped inside. Rescue workers quickly worked to free the injured passengers, give immediate first aid before being rushed to Chaloem Phra Kiat Hospital. The van had also struck and toppled several electric poles. Preliminary investigations revealed that the van, driven by Mr. Prasit, was traveling from Hua Sai district to Nakhon Si Thammarat city. The driver of the vehicle reportedly lost control before crashing into the electric poles before overturning into the median. Authorities believe the accident was caused by driver fatigue, possibly due to the driver falling asleep at the wheel. Investigations are ongoing. -- 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Chinese Factory Manager Falls to His Death After Silo Explosion, Three Others Injured An industrial accident at a rubberwood processing plant Surat Thani saw one person killed and three others injured following an explosion in a storage silo. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337756-chinese-factory-manager-falls-to-his-death-after-silo-explosion-three-others-injured/

Picture of the scene. In an industrial accident, on September 9, at a rubberwood processing plant in Chaiya District, Surat Thani, one person was killed and three others injured following an explosion in a storage silo. The incident occurred at the Promphat Rubberwood Factory in Moo 6, Mo Thai Subdistrict, where a manager tragically lost his life. The deceased has been identified as Mr. Zhang Xuanjun, 46, a Chinese national and the factory manager. The injured include Mr. Banchob Kwanprao, 51, a Thai national; Mr. Yen Chailing, 55, also from China; and Mr. Angnai, 26, a Myanmar national. All three were rushed to Surat Thani Hospital for treatment. According to initial reports, the explosion occurred inside the silo, which is used for storing rubberwood sawdust. The blast is believed to have caused the fatal fall of Mr. Zhang, throwing him from the area he was working and led to severe injuries to the others present in the area at the time. Rescue teams from Kuson Sattha Chaiya Foundation responded swiftly, and the deceased was transported to Surat Thani Hospital for autopsy. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the explosion. Early speculation suggests that a buildup of pressure or combustible gases within the silo may have triggered the blast, but official findings are pending further investigation. -- 2024-09-10 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Neighbour Dispute Over Pets Ends in Double Death and Injury A neighbourhood conflict involving pets took a tragic turn on September 9 when a former military officer shot and killed his neighbour before taking his own life. The incident left two people dead and another injured. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337719-neighbour-dispute-over-pets-ends-in-double-death-and-injury/

Picture of crime scene. A neighbourhood conflict involving pets took a tragic turn on September 9 when a former military officer shot and killed his neighbour before taking his own life. The incident left two people dead and another injured. The violent encounter began around 07:30 in Khlong Sam Subdistrict, Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province. Authorities responded to reports of gunfire in a residential area. Upon arrival, police found the bodies of Colonel Jaruchat Jarupan, 64, and Saowakul Sasado, 53, near their homes. Jaruchat, a retired army officer, was discovered lying on his back outside his house, a 9mm Sig Sauer P365 pistol by his side. He had sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head, indicating suicide. Saowakul, his neighbour, had been shot multiple times, once in the right hand, elbow, cheek, and twice in the abdomen. The dispute reportedly began six months ago over a disagreement about pets. Jaruchat had been caring for stray cats, while Saowakul owned dogs. On the morning of the incident, a verbal argument escalated when Saowakul insulted Jaruchat, calling him "cripple." After a heated exchange, Jaruchat retrieved a firearm from his home and opened fire. Saowakul's son, Kritin Natwil, 30, who rushed out to check on his mother, was also shot in the arm but survived the encounter. Kritin described hearing his mother arguing with Jaruchat before the shots rang out. He saw her lying wounded on the ground, and when he approached, Jaruchat fired at him as well. Police Colonel Kiattisak Mitprasat, head of Khlong Luang Police Station, stated that the initial investigation indicated a longstanding feud over pets, which escalated into violence. Jaruchat's keeping of stray cats and Saowakul's dogs had led to several altercations between the two households. Following the events, authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to the shootings, but the dispute over the animals remains at the centre of the conflict. Censored CCTV courtesy of Khaosod is below. -- 2024-09-09 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe RPReplay_Final1725873057.mp4

So as expected, still unable to admit you have no idea what you are talking about, so again you result to trying to be abusive.

Having looked at your comment, I have download some guidance from Australia, for myself which I will attempt to follow. I can not change the language used by the Thai authors/journalists, but will attempt to remember to make the amendments, which posting. https://www.roadpeace.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/RP_Crash_not_Accident_Camp_Pack.pdf I am from the UK, and yes many years ago emergency services there, changed the terminology from RTA (road traffic accident) to RTC (road traffic collision).

Two Police Officers Save Drowning 14-Year-Old Boy with CPR Two police officers from Mae Tha Police Station in Lamphun Province successfully saved the life of a 14-year-old boy who had been swimming and drowned by performing CPR. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337705-two-police-officers-save-drowning-14-year-old-boy-with-cpr/

Picture from the scene. In a dramatic rescue yesterday, September 8, two police officers from Mae Tha Police Station in Lamphun Province successfully saved the life of a 14-year-old boy who had been swimming and drowned in the Tha Dong Bridge area, Tha Sop Sao Subdistrict, Mae Tha District. At approximately 15:10, Mae Tha Police Station was alerted by the 191 emergency call centre to a drowning incident. Upon receiving the call, Police Colonel Niranon Inphuk, Mae Tha Station Commander, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Ekkhanit Khajijit, Deputy Superintendent, instructed their officers to respond immediately. The rescue team was led by Police Sub-Lieutenant Damrong Jakureuang, along with Police Corporal Anupap Luereuang and Police Lance Corporal Pawarit Hwanchaisee. When the officers arrived at the scene, they discovered the victim, 14-year-old Ditphong, a local resident of Tha Sop Sao Subdistrict, who had been pulled from the water by friends after losing consciousness. With no signs of life, the officers quickly administered CPR. Police Corporal Anupap and Police Lance Corporal Pawarit took turns performing chest compressions under the supervision of Sub-Lieutenant Damrong. After several minutes, the boy's pulse returned. Once stabilised and local rescue services arrived the boy was transferred to Mae Tha Hospital for further medical care. Thanks to the swift actions of the officers, the boy's life was saved. -- 2024-09-09 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

There are two very different accounts of this incident. My first story is what was initially being reported in the Thai media. The updated story was based on what the police statement said 24 hours later. If any further details are released, we will again update the story.

Fire Engulfs 15 Shops, Destroys Vehicles: Bedridden Man Perishes in Blaze A fire ripped through a row of 15 shops in Soi Lat Phrao 124, Wang Thonglang District, Bangkok, early this morning, destroying several motorcycles and cars and tragically claiming the life of a bedridden man who was unable to escape. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337699-fire-engulfs-15-shops-destroys-vehicles-bedridden-man-perishes-in-blaze/

The statement in the OP, are the reported comments made by the driver to police, “Mr. Samai explained that he had been driving out of Thung Klom Tan Man Soi 10, along a road near Chak Nok Reservoir. As he approached a three-way intersection, he turned right, only to encounter a motorcycle coming straight towards him, honking aggressively. Startled, he attempted to accelerate and overtake the motorcycle, but the wet, slippery road caused him and his truck to spin out of control” It is not the role of the news team to change the facts of a statement made at the accident scene.

Pictures courtesy of Khaosod. A fire ripped through a row of 15 shops in Soi Lat Phrao 124, Wang Thonglang District, Bangkok, early this morning, destroying several motorcycles and cars and tragically claiming the life of a bedridden man who was unable to escape. The incident occurred at approximately 02:45, when Lt. Phakphol Paiboonsombat, an investigator from Wang Thonglang Police Station, was alerted to the blaze engulfing multiple commercial structures. Firefighters from the Huamark Fire and Rescue Station rushed to the scene with three fire engines, accompanied medical personnel from the Police General Hospital, and volunteers from the Por Tek Tung Foundation. The fire, which spread rapidly due to an explosion of a gas cylinder, caused extensive damage to the zinc-roofed shops that were built closely together. It took firefighters around 60 minutes to bring the flames under control, but not before significant damage had been done. The blaze destroyed 15 shops, with the fire also affecting nearby properties and vehicles. Upon inspection, authorities discovered the charred remains of 38-year-old Mr. Niwat (surname withheld), a bedridden patient who had been trapped inside his family's Isan food stall. The fire also completely destroyed seven motorcycles at a nearby repair shop. In addition to the motorcycles, four cars parked across the street sustained fire damage. Among them were an Isuzu Highlander pickup truck, a green-and-yellow Toyota Altis taxi, a white Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck, and a red Isuzu minibus. Witnesses recounted harrowing moments as they fled the fire. Mr. Peerapong (surname withheld), a 31-year-old fried chicken vendor, described waking up in shock to find smoke filling his shop. Realising that a fire had broken out at a nearby chicken rice stall, he shouted for others to evacuate. Mr. Peerapong, his wife, and their 3-year-old son managed to escape, as did a middle-aged woman from a neighboring shop. However, despite the desperate efforts of the family who owned the Isan food stall, they were unable to rescue their bedridden son, who had been confined to bed for over a year. Lt. Phakphol stated that the land where the shops stood had been rented out by the owner for approximately 3,000-4,000 baht per month. He confirmed that all 15 shops were completely destroyed by the fire, and that the cause is believed to be an electrical short circuit. Authorities are continuing their investigation with the help of forensic experts to confirm the exact cause of the fire. -- 2024-09-09 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe RPReplay_Final1725851700.mp4

So this was not you? It was the communications cable, the electrician cables were not involved and were not damaged. Information supplied by the 2 firefighters in the picture, one male and one female responder.

Why? It was the communications cables on fire as can be clearly seen and I have spoken to the fire station members. Maybe you can offer up some more comment, like previously when you called me a want to be, in a kids fireman’s hat.

Bangkok Conducts Full-Scale Emergency Disaster Drill for 2024 The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), on September 8, in collaboration with various affiliated agencies and partners, conducted a full-scale emergency disaster drill for the year 2024. The exercise was organised by the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM). Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1337685-bangkok-conducts-full-scale-emergency-disaster-drill-for-2024/

Pictures courtesy of DDPM The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), on September 8, in collaboration with various affiliated agencies and partners, conducted a full-scale emergency disaster drill for the year 2024. The exercise, organised by the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM), involved the participation of relevant organisations, including the police, fire, military, volunteers, and foundations. The drill was held at Bangkok City Hall 2, located in Din Daeng. Before the exercise commenced, Deputy Governor of Bangkok, Assoc. Prof. Tawida Kamolvej, held a briefing with all participating agencies, offering instructions and guidance. She also inspected the preparedness of the involved units. The exercise scenario simulated a large-scale emergency, with key incidents unfolding in sequence as follows: An electric vehicle (EV) fire broke out in the underground parking area of the Irawat Pattana Building at Bangkok City Hall 2, spreading to multiple parked cars. Building security immediately assessed the situation and reported it to the emergency hotline (199). Firefighters from Huai Khwang and Sutthisan stations were dispatched to the scene. District officers were also notified to manage traffic, and ambulances were dispatched by the Erawan Centre. Several people were trapped in the smoke-filled underground parking area, some suffering from smoke inhalation. The fire intensified, and thick smoke spread to the nearby 37-story Thaninoparat Building. Firefighters established an incident command centre at the scene, while police managed traffic and cordoned off the area. Some people attempted to flee the underground parking area, leading to car collisions on levels 1, 2, and 3. Firefighters rescued those trapped and called for additional support, including more firefighting teams and drones. The Director of the Din Daeng District arrived to oversee the situation, establishing a district-level incident command centre and coordinating rescue efforts with local volunteers. Communication command vehicles and drone teams from the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department were deployed to establish a communications network and provide aerial footage to assist in locating missing individuals and assessing the physical structure of the building. The fire continued to intensify, with flames and thick smoke reaching the Thaninoparat Building. Firefighters and rescue teams searched for trapped individuals, many of whom were injured or unconscious due to smoke inhalation. Drones reported the discovery of trapped individuals near the cooling tower, requiring the assistance of high-rise rescue teams and an aerial platform vehicle. The fire was eventually brought under control, and all injured individuals were evacuated. Given the severity of the situation, the district director requested an escalation of the disaster response to level 2, notifying the Bangkok Governor. The Governor of Bangkok arrived at the scene and directed the deployment of additional rescue teams, including heavy machinery and engineers to assess the structural integrity of the building. Specialised equipment was used to clear the underground exits, allowing further evacuation efforts. A city-wide incident command centre was established by the Governor to coordinate the response. Chemical hazard teams assessed air and water quality in the area, while Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams used advanced equipment to locate and extract survivors, who were then treated by medical teams. Following the successful exercise, Mr. Surichai Rawiwann, Director of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation, led a debriefing session with team leaders to report the outcomes and challenges to Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and City Clerk Wantanee Watthana. The city’s leadership provided feedback on addressing identified gaps and policies for improving disaster response efficiency. Emphasis was placed on using new equipment for rapid incident containment and enhancing coordination between BMA agencies and external partners. Video below shows the deployment of the Bangkok Fire Service specialist long duration (4 hours) breathing apparatus search team and the the high rise rope rescue teams. -- 2024-09-09 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe My Movie.mp4

Pickup Spins Out of Control After Being Honked at by Motorcycle, Crashes in Drainage Ditch A 47-year-old man driving a pickup truck lost control and crashed into a drainage ditch after being honked at by a motorcycle while trying to overtake on a slippery road. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337684-pickup-spins-out-of-control-after-being-honked-at-by-motorcycle-crashes-in-drainage-ditch/

Picture from responders A 47-year-old man driving a pickup truck lost control and crashed into a drainage ditch after being honked at by a motorcycle while trying to overtake on a slippery road. The accident occurred on the evening of 8 September, at around 20:15. Pol. Lt. Jaroon Duangwiangkham, an investigator from Nong Prue Police Station, received a report of a vehicle that had skidded off the road and crashed into a drainage ditch near Thung Klom Tan Man Road, Village 8, Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. Police and rescue teams from Sawang Boriboon Pattaya Foundation rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, authorities found a black Isuzu pickup truck with license plate from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya in a drainage ditch near Chak Nok Reservoir. The vehicle had fallen approximately 5 metres from the road, sustaining extensive damage. The driver, identified as Mr. Samai, 47, suffered minor injuries. Rescue workers provided first aid at the scene before calling in a large crane to retrieve the vehicle. Mr. Samai explained that he had been driving out of Thung Klom Tan Man Soi 10, along a road near Chak Nok Reservoir. As he approached a three-way intersection, he turned right, only to encounter a motorcycle coming straight towards him, honking aggressively. Startled, he attempted to accelerate and overtake the motorcycle, but the wet, slippery road caused him and his truck to spin out of control. The vehicle careened off the road, hitting a guardrail before plunging into the drainage ditch. Police recorded the incident and noted that if any government property was damaged, Mr. Samai would be held responsible for compensating the authorities. -- 2024-09-09 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Drunk Driver Crashes into 3 Vehicles, Car Overturns and Catches Fire in Nakhon Si Thammarat A man, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, lost control of his car and crashed into three vehicles before overturning multiple times. The accident caused the car to catch fire, leaving it completely destroyed. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1337683-drunk-driver-crashes-into-3-vehicles-car-overturns-and-catches-fire-in-nakhon-si-thammarat/