Severe thunderstorm devastates Mor Lam stage in NE Thailand

[webfact]

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On Thursday 20th, a severe thunderstorm caused chaos at a free concert in Bueng Kan Province, where the popular Mor Lam Band "Rabbit Rhetoric" was scheduled to perform at Thai Ban TV Co., Ltd. across from Pak Khat Kindergarten School.

 

The newly installed Mo Lam Stage collapsed when a violent gust of wind hit the area, causing the entire structure, including the steel frame, railing, lighting, sound, speaker cabinet, and a large LED screen in the middle of the stage, to break into pieces.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The incident resulted in panic and confusion among both the singers and fans. Fans who had eagerly come to watch the famous Mor Lam Band singers up close fled in terror, carrying their children and grandchildren.

 

Despite the strong winds, some fans stood their ground with crossed arms to encourage the band, while vendors quickly gathered their belongings and fled.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Due to the risk of falling trees, roofs, and debris, Col. Siwat Worakuttanon, Superintendent of Pak Khat Police Station, ordered all police officers to instruct Mor Lam's fans to seek shelter inside the building.

 

The power also went out during the storm, adding to the chaos.

 

Following the storm, the Mor Lam Faculty posted a message on their page, apologizing for the show's cancellation due to the severe storm, reported Siam Rath.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The damage to the stage and equipment is expected to be worth several million baht. The band apologized to their fans and hoped for their understanding in the circumstances.

 

This unfortunate incident serves as a stark reminder of the crucial importance of safety measures during outdoor events, especially in the face of unpredictable and severe weather conditions.

 

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[sammieuk1]

Safety first bamboo second by the look of it also check the weather forecast in future ???? 

[hotchilli]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

This unfortunate incident serves as a stark reminder of the crucial importance of safety measures during outdoor events, especially in the face of unpredictable and severe weather conditions.

No forecast then?

[nigelforbes]

If the storm or adverse weather is forecast, you can't claim on insurance for any damage, only if the storm/bad weather was not forecast. How crazy is that.

[Bangkok Barry]

So many buildings in Thailand have large overhangs or even no walls at all, a perfect invitation for strong winds to lift the roof off. Why don't builders know this, in a country that, every year, suffers hurricane-strength winds, even if only for a few minutes before a storm?

[cowellandrew]

Definitely a global warming event, more eco taxes needed on the thai population 

[transam]

1 minute ago, cowellandrew said:

Definitely a global warming event, more eco taxes needed on the thai population 

Did it all start in LOS then....?     

[Stargeezr]

Mother nature  One, puny Human structures Zero.

  I believe that the earth is warming itself up again and

us humans will not be able to stop that progress.

Harvey

[Grusa]

Divine intervention in protest against the appalling noise level and general torture to the ear.

[proton]

5 minutes ago, Grusa said:

Divine intervention in protest against the appalling noise level and general torture to the ear.

Another one who came here and 'fell in love with the culture' ???? Morlam stages are not comprised of bamboo and are usually well put together. Freak weather can wreck a stage anywhere

[billd766]

23 minutes ago, Grusa said:

Divine intervention in protest against the appalling noise level and general torture to the ear.

Were you forced to go to the concert?