Fire at Foundry Injures 8 Workers in Samet Sakhon

[Georgealbert]

 

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A fire broke out at a foundry in Samut Sakhon this morning, leaving eight workers injured. The incident occurred while workers were sculpting a statue of the deity Sun Wukong (Heng Jia) in preparation for casting. The fire quickly spread to a gas cylinder, leading to an explosion.

 

At approximately09:30 on August 29, the Khok Kham Police Station's radio communication centre received a report of a fire at a private company specialising in metal casting, located in Moo 7, Khok Kham Subdistrict. Police Lieutenant Colonel Prasop Panjang, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation at Khok Kham Police Station, and investigators were dispatched to the scene. 

The fire was reported to be severe, prompting coordination with local fire departments, including those from Khok Kham Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Bang Ya Phraek Subdistrict Municipality, Phanthai Norasing Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, Samut Sakhon City Municipality, and Samut Sakhon Provincial Administration. Five fire trucks were deployed to control the blaze.

 

Emergency medical services from the Samut Sakhon Rescue Foundation, Khok Kham Subdistrict Administrative Organization, and Phanthai Norasing Subdistrict Administrative Organisation were also called in to assist the injured workers. Upon arrival, authorities found the fire raging inside the building. Rescue teams worked to extinguish the flames while evacuating eight workers who had suffered burns. The injured were transported to Samut Sakhon Hospital, with initial reports indicating that their injuries were not life-threatening.

 

According to the factory supervisor, the foundry produces a wide range of metal castings, including Buddha images and deity statues, based on customer specifications. Before the fire, workers were engaged in metal welding to shape a statue of the deity Sun Wukong. Sparks from the welding process ignited surrounding material, causing a fire that resulted in burns to several workers. The flames then spread to a small gas cylinder, which could not be removed in time, leading to an explosion. The estimated damage is 10 million baht.

 

The police have requested that the factory supervisor, the company owner, and any witnesses provide further statements at Khok Kham Police Station. Forensic experts will also be involved in the investigation to determine the precise cause of the fire.

 

-- 2024-08-30

 

 

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Picture of the destroyed statue of the deity Sun Wukong

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

The injured were transported to Samut Sakhon Hospital, with initial reports indicating that their injuries were not life-threatening.

But life changing?

[cowellandrew]

On 8/30/2024 at 3:33 AM, Georgealbert said:

 

Pictures from responders.

 

A fire broke out at a foundry in Samut Sakhon this morning, leaving eight workers injured. The incident occurred while workers were sculpting a statue of the deity Sun Wukong (Heng Jia) in preparation for casting. The fire quickly spread to a gas cylinder, leading to an explosion.

 

At approximately09:30 on August 29, the Khok Kham Police Station's radio communication centre received a report of a fire at a private company specialising in metal casting, located in Moo 7, Khok Kham Subdistrict. Police Lieutenant Colonel Prasop Panjang, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation at Khok Kham Police Station, and investigators were dispatched to the scene. 

The fire was reported to be severe, prompting coordination with local fire departments, including those from Khok Kham Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Bang Ya Phraek Subdistrict Municipality, Phanthai Norasing Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, Samut Sakhon City Municipality, and Samut Sakhon Provincial Administration. Five fire trucks were deployed to control the blaze.

 

Emergency medical services from the Samut Sakhon Rescue Foundation, Khok Kham Subdistrict Administrative Organization, and Phanthai Norasing Subdistrict Administrative Organisation were also called in to assist the injured workers. Upon arrival, authorities found the fire raging inside the building. Rescue teams worked to extinguish the flames while evacuating eight workers who had suffered burns. The injured were transported to Samut Sakhon Hospital, with initial reports indicating that their injuries were not life-threatening.

 

According to the factory supervisor, the foundry produces a wide range of metal castings, including Buddha images and deity statues, based on customer specifications. Before the fire, workers were engaged in metal welding to shape a statue of the deity Sun Wukong. Sparks from the welding process ignited surrounding material, causing a fire that resulted in burns to several workers. The flames then spread to a small gas cylinder, which could not be removed in time, leading to an explosion. The estimated damage is 10 million baht.

 

The police have requested that the factory supervisor, the company owner, and any witnesses provide further statements at Khok Kham Police Station. Forensic experts will also be involved in the investigation to determine the precise cause of the fire.

 

-- 2024-08-30

 

 

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Picture of the destroyed statue of the deity Sun Wukong

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[Mr Meeseeks]

The deity Sun Wukong have been displeased.