webfact Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 In Chaiyaphum, a fierce blaze erupted, causing chaos in the city center on October 20 at 19:15. The fire, requiring over two hours of intensive efforts from emergency services, resulted in damage estimated at 10 million baht. Originating in a store selling furniture and bedding at 273/112-113 Yuttitham Road, the flames quickly spread through the two adjoining four-story commercial buildings reported 77kaoded. Picture: 77kaoded Emergency services, led by Mayor Theewara Witnakan, launched an extensive operation, deploying more than 10 fire trucks. The cause of the fire is suspected to be an electrical short circuit in an older cut-out system, as revealed by the store owner, Worathep Chaibutr. Thankfully, the store had closed at 17:00, so no casualties occurred. Picture: 77kaoded With the fire now extinguished,a thorough investigation is underway to determine its exact cause and evaluate safety protocols to prevent such incidents in the future. The destruction highlights the pressing need for improved fire safety measures in densely populated commercial areas. Pictures: 77kaoded -- ASEAN NOW 2023-10-21 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Monday Posted October 21, 2023 Share Posted October 21, 2023 Wow, 10 million Baht! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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