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The Bangkok Post reports that there were about 30 injured people. Most of them were senior citizens and suffered from smoke inhalation.

Video from responders in initial stages trying to stop the fire spreading. 1.mp4

Bangkok Fire Service drone image showing the area affected.

Video showing the fire development and the difficult access down narrow streets. 1.mp4

The fire also spread close to Thian Fah Hospital. An order has been issued to evacuate more than 30 patients for their safety to a nearby temple.

July 6, in Pho Alley Community, Yaowarat Road, Samphanthawong Subdistrict, a large fire effected many buildings, including 2 hotels, where some guests were trapped inside Timeline reported by Thai media. At 20:42, the Rama 199 radio center received a report via the 199 hotline about a fire in the Pho Alley community on Yaowarat Road, Samphanthawong Subdistrict. Fire and rescue teams from Suan Mali, Phu Khao Thong, and Banthat Thong stations were dispatched to the scene. Firefighters from Bang Rak station arrived at the scene, which consisted of several interconnected wooden houses. The fire was actively burning, and crews began using water hose-lines to combat the flames. 21:01: The fire had engulfed approximately four units. The electricity was cut off for safety. More support arrived from Khlong Toei and Bangkapi fire stations. Despite their efforts, the fire continued to spread. A total of 11 fire stations and 25 fire trucks were on site. 21:39:Rescue teams entered the New Empire Hotel to assist trapped individuals, seen at windows on the 6th floor. 21:50:The fire spread to adjacent buildings, including a six-story and an eight-story commercial building. Two further trapped individuals were found and rescued, from the hotel. Floors 5, 6, and 7 of the New Empire Hotel were checked, with no other individuals found. 22:14: Fire was visible on floors 5 and 6 of the New Empire Hotel. 22:20: Seventeen fire stations, 40 fire trucks, and the USAR team from the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (Lad Yao and Rat Burana fire stations) supporting the operation. 22:28: The fire at the Pho Place Hotel was contained. 22:30: The fire in the wooden houses was under control, but flames persisted on the fourth and fifth floors of a commercial building behind the community. 23:01: Flames persisted in the commercial building at the front of the community and behind the New Empire Hotel. The spread to adjacent buildings was contained. 23:16 The fire was brought under control, and further spread was prevented. 23:37:The fire was completely extinguished. https://workpointnews.com/around/news/NUWH3UK https://workpointnews.com/search/NBL6XXJ

From the report “a van had rear-ended a pickup truck with an attached trailer. The van then lost control and collided with a parked trailer truck on the roadside.” Maybe best to read the report not just look at pictures.

Thai media update. “A company employee reported that the area was usually unoccupied. Initially, the smell of burning rubber was noticed, but it did not raise concern until the flames were visible. Despite efforts by the factory staff to extinguish the fire, it spread quickly. The preliminary investigation suggests that accumulated heat might have caused the incident. Officials conducted an initial inspection at the scene along with company representatives. The fire is presumed to have been caused by heat accumulation. A thorough investigation will be carried out to determine the exact cause of the fire.” https://workpointnews.com/around/news/NWOEGQF

Pattaya news reports that this is an old or fake picture. The man in the photo is a 57-year old man with Israeli nationality. His latest recorded departure from Thailand was on September 21, 2019, after a thirty day tourist visa. https://thepattayanews.com/2024/07/06/pattaya-police-say-post-about-alleged-slots-win-by-foreigner-is-fake-launch-investigation-of-original-social-media-poster/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3fJ1v86kEHyEVneG7NiVUrUqvPAovoNORP-2r3W4e_w9S0qnZwvEqs19o_aem_rw950U65RTSg85_G9JhKrA

July 6, at 14:20, emergency services received a report of a crane collapse in Tha Sathorn Subdistrict, Phunphin District, Surat Thani Province. The incident resulted in one male individual falling from a height and sustaining injuries. Rescue teams from Tha Sathorn arrived at the scene and found the injured man with a deformed leg. He was promptly transported to Nadeem Hospital for medical treatment. Picture: Tha Sathorn Rescue Team

The fire affected outdoor material racks containing rubber and plastic materials. No casualties or injuries have been reported.

At 14.50 is reported that the fire has now been brought under control, but not fully extinguished. It is teported as a fire in a spare parts warehouse at the PDS1 parking lot of Mitsubishi, within the Laem Chabang Industrial Estate.

Video of the initial stages of the response to the fire. 1.mp4

July 6, 13:30, Laem Chabang, Chonburi, a fire broke out at a factory warehouse. Thick black smoke has been observed billowing from the site. Responders are currently on the scene working to control the scene. Pictures Eastern Region Volunteer Firefighters Association

July 6, at 6:40 AM, the Kusol Sattha Surat Thani Foundation received a report of a bus accident near Thaksin Palm, inbound to Phunphin District, Surat Thani Province. The accident resulted in several injuries. Rescue teams from Phunphin, Somwang, and Tha Rong Chang responded promptly, providing first aid and transporting the injured to the hospital. Initial reports indicate that there were 13 passengers on the bus, with five sustaining injuries. All injured passengers were conscious and are currently undergoing further medical evaluation. Further details are still being investigated. Pictures from responders.

July 5, 22:40, accident occurred when a white Toyota van collided with utility poles in front of Soi Sri Burapha 16, Khlong Kum, Bueng Kum District, Bangkok. The impact caused 17 utility poles to fall, stretching from the NIDA intersection on Seri Thai Road almost to the Suan Nawamin Pirom Intersection, covering nearly 1 kilometre. This resulted in a power outage along the road. Six vehicles, including both cars and motorcycles, were damaged by the falling poles. Eight people sustained minor injuries. The van driver suffered a leg injury and chest pain and was transported to Ladprao Hospital. The driver's brother, who owns the van, arrived and explained that his brother often drove the van for film set jobs both in Bangkok and other provinces. However, he was unaware of any job his brother might have taken or whether alcohol was involved before the accident. A car owner who was among the damaged vehicles reported that he was driving behind the white van when it suddenly swerved and crashed into the utility poles, causing them to fall onto his car, which left him in shock. Residents in the area have been severely impacted by the power outage, with many having to leave their homes temporarily. Some are seeking refuge at game shops, hotels, or relatives' homes, often bringing pets along. Fresh food stored in refrigerators by restaurant owners has been spoiled due to the lack of electricity. MEA personnel were brought in to remove the fallen poles and reopen the road for traffic. Repairs to the poles were taking place on July 6. https://workpointnews.com/around/news/NNQROMS

July 6, 01:24, emergency services were alerted to a severe accident on Mittraphap Road, near the Asoke Market area in Klang Dong, Pak Chong District, Nakhon Ratchasima. Upon arrival, responders found a van had rear-ended a pickup truck with an attached trailer. The van then lost control and collided with a parked trailer truck on the roadside. Nine people were trapped inside the van and rescuers had to use hydraulic tools to extract the victims. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while eight others sustained injuries. All the injured, along with the deceased, were transported to Pak Chong Nana Hospital. The accident caused significant traffic disruption, blocking all three lanes. The Klang Dong Police Station is handling the investigation. Pictures from responders.

Thai media update report. “The incident occurred beside the railway tracks near Mae Tan Noi Station. The injured person, identified as Mr. Worralop (last name withheld), a 22-year-old resident of Chalerm Phrakiat District, Saraburi Province, was found requesting help. He sustained a head injury with a laceration approximately 2-3 cm long, wrist pain, and multiple abrasions on his body. Rescue personnel promptly moved him away from the railway tracks, provided first aid, and urgently transported him to Hang Chat Hospital. Upon questioning, Mr. Worralop stated that he had boarded the train to Chiang Mai. Upon reaching the incident location, he stepped out to smoke near the train door, slipped, and fell, resulting in his injuries.” https://workpointnews.com/around/news/NUO1ROG

It has been over 9 years since this downgrade occurred. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) conducted an audit in January 2015 and identified several significant safety concerns. These concerns indicated that Thailand’s Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) was not meeting international safety standards. The DCA has since been replaced in October 2015, with two separate agencies, The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) with responsibilities includes prescribing, regulating, and auditing Thai civil aviation, and the Department of Airports (DOA), which operates airports previously managed by the DCA. The findings in 2015 were; Lack of Effective Oversight: It was found that Thailand’s aviation regulatory body lacked the capacity to effectively oversee and ensure compliance with safety standards. This included deficiencies in areas such as personnel licensing, airworthiness, and operations. Inadequate Training and Resources: Thai aviation was reported to have insufficiently trained personnel and inadequate resources to carry out effective safety oversight. This shortage impacted their ability to perform essential regulatory functions. Legislative and Regulatory Issues: There were gaps in Thailand’s aviation regulations and legislation that did not align with international standards. This included outdated laws and regulations that were not in sync with contemporary aviation safety requirements. The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA’) then issued its downgrade after Thailand’s response to the ICAO’s findings was deemed insufficient, stating the measures taken to address the identified safety concerns were not considered adequate or timely.

Coverage on the incident in Thai media. https://workpointnews.com/around/news/N7EG1NO

The Singapore Airlines aircraft, registration 9V-SWM, involved in the turbulence incident on 21 May, has still not yet returned to commercial service. It was allowed to the flown, with no passengers, to Singapore on 26 May, but has since been parked for maintenance, repairs and inspection checks.

July 5, 10:00, at Tha Talat, Sam Phran, Nakhon Pathom, in front of PTT gas station, near Pho Kaeo Bridge, Phetkasem Road A collision occurred involving two air-conditioned public buses on Route 84, Om Yai-Khlong San. The bus with vehicle number 6-56051 rear-ended the bus with vehicle number 6-50368. The accident resulted in injuries to five individuals: 1. Air-conditioned bus driver (male): - Trapped inside the vehicle. 2. Ticket collector (female): - Sustained injuries. 3. Passenger (female): - Sustained injuries. 4. Passenger (female): - Sustained injuries. 5. Ticket collector from the regular bus (female): - Sustained injuries. Responders had to release the trapped driver, and all casualties were sent to local hospitals. This incident is under the jurisdiction of Pho Kaeo Police Station, Nakhon Pathom Province, who are conducting an investigation into the cause. Pictures from responders.

Yes agree, here is some other pictures of the other vehicles.

This was only a blue notice for information , not a request to arrest or detain, or even deny entry. From Interpool. “Types of Notice Red Notice: To seek the location and arrest of persons wanted for prosecution or to serve a sentence. Yellow Notice: To help locate missing persons, often minors, or to help identify persons who are unable to identify themselves. Blue Notice: To collect additional information about a person’s identity, location or activities in relation to a criminal investigation. Black Notice: To seek information on unidentified bodies. Green Notice: To provide warning about a person’s criminal activities, where the person is considered to be a possible threat to public safety . Orange Notice: To warn of an event, a person, an object or a process representing a serious and imminent threat to public safety. Purple Notice: To seek or provide information on modus operandi, objects, devices and concealment methods used by criminals.” https://www.interpol.int/en/How-we-work/Notices/About-Notices

Casualty had only minor injuries. Picture from medical responders.