Electric scooter inferno: Sattahip park blaze leaves metal carnage

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A peaceful evening at Nong Takian Park in Sattahip turned into a fiery spectacle when an electric scooter exploded into flames on Sunday, September 29, leaving behind nothing but a pile of scorched metal. Firefighters swooped in to save the day, dousing the blaze before it could engulf the surrounding area.

 

The scooter’s owner, who had just returned from a routine market trip, described the terrifying moment.

 

“I heard a loud popping sound, and before I could react, flames started erupting from the scooter.”

 

In a desperate attempt to disconnect the battery, the owner was met with an uncontrollable fire, leaving the vehicle in ruins.

Local police are now investigating the cause, with early reports pointing to a potential battery malfunction as the culprit. Thankfully, no one was injured, but officials are sounding the alarm for all electric scooter users.

“This incident could have been much worse. Owners need to ensure their scooters are in good working order to avoid such disasters.”

With the rise of electric scooters, incidents like this are a harsh reminder of the risks involved if proper care isn’t taken. Police urge users to regularly inspect their scooters, especially the battery, to avoid future explosions, reported Pattaya Mail.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

Source: The Thaiger 

-- 2024-10-02