USAR International Rescue Teams Withdraw at Bangkok Building Collapse Site

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Picture courtesy of Siam Rath

 

International relief teams have begun to withdraw following a successful week-long mission to locate victims after the collapse of an office building in Bangkok. Governor Chadchart Sittipunt assures that future operations will continue seamlessly.

 

On 4th April, Israeli rescue specialists departed the site of the collapsed office of the Auditor General in Bangkok. According to Governor Chadchart, the withdrawal aligns with global operations schedules for international rescue teams, such as those from Israel, who joined from day one and worked for around a week. As per protocol, some teams need to attend to other rescue missions globally.

 

Governor Chadchart clarified that the withdrawal of these international teams is by international standards and will not impact the ongoing mission.

 

These teams, organised under the global USAR (Urban Search and Rescue) network and classified as "Heavy" for their capability to operate globally within 78 hours and work continuously for 24 hours, have provided crucial support to Thai teams.

 

 

 

The initial seven-day mission primarily focussed on search and rescue, during which the international teams shared valuable information with their Thai counterparts. Governor Chadchart emphasised the opportunity to upgrade Thai rescue units to the Heavy classification in the future.

 

The foreign rescue experts praised the Thai efforts and highlighted the need for the safe use of heavy machinery under expert supervision, to avoid further collapses and ensure the area is clear of survivors or casualties.

 

Israeli teams showcased expertise in pinpointing crucial hazard locations immediately upon their arrival, identifying signs of life and other indicators through analysis of situational data. Despite the complexity of this rare, high-rise collapse, Thai rescue operations continue with full gear and resources.

 

Ultimately, Governor Chadchart reiterated commitment to future missions using heavy machinery and skilled personnel without hindrance, determined to bring Thai operations to international standards.

 

Based on a story by Siam Rath

 

-- 2025-04-05

 

 

[Tropicalevo]

Thanks everyone (including the dogs) for your efforts.  

Sadly, there will be one left alive after a week under that pile of rubble.