Van Brings Down 17 Utility Poles

[Georgealbert]

 

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.

 

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[bamnutsak]

Not even close to the country record of 57, on Srinakrain Road a few years back.