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Volunteer Firefighter Dies While Battling Forest Fire in Phayao


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A tragic incident has occurred in Phayao province, where a volunteer firefighter lost his life while attempting to control a forest fire in Wiang Lo Wildlife Sanctuary.

 

The incident was reported by Surapong Upakarn, head of the Nam Ngern Watershed Conservation Research Unit, who stated that at 09:00 on 22 March,  officials from the unit set out on a patrol to contain wildfires in the Sum Toem–Huai Mae Thai area of Moo 9, Oi subdistrict, Pong district, Phayao. The operation continued until around 14:00 when disaster struck.

 

 

During the operation, Ekachai Chaimongkol, 33, a resident of Pong district who was assisting government officials, suddenly suffered severe nose and mouth bleeding before collapsing. His colleagues quickly fashioned a stretcher and carried him from the ravine up to Sum Toem, a process that took approximately 30 minutes. A government vehicle then transported him out of the forest, reaching the main road around 15:00.

 

An ambulance from the Ngim Subdistrict Administrative Organisation was dispatched, and he was rushed to Chiang Kham Hospital, arriving at approximately 15:30. Medical personnel confirmed his death shortly after arrival. His body has since been returned to his family home in Ban Mai Nam Ngern, Moo 12, Ngim subdistrict, Pong district, where religious rites are being held.

 

Upon receiving news of the tragedy, Pong District Chief Kriangkrai Fipakphrao visited the victim’s family to express his condolences. He acknowledged the dangers faced by wildfire fighters, especially in steep and smoke-filled terrain, and stressed that every precaution is always taken.

 

“This is a deeply saddening incident. Despite all efforts to ensure safety, the challenges of wildfire suppression can be extreme. We all mourn this loss and hope no one else will have to face such a fate in the line of duty,” Kriangkrai stated.

 

Meanwhile, Phayao Governor Ratthaphon Naraditson has assigned Deputy Governor Phuthana Chomphooming to represent the province in offering condolences and support to the bereaved family.

 

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-- 2025-03-22

 

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