Fire Fire Destroys Toy Warehouse in Samut Sakhon, Damage Estimated at Over 10 Million Baht

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

A massive fire broke out at a children’s toy warehouse in Samut Sakhon province on the evening of 29 April, causing estimated damages of over 10 million baht. The blaze erupted shortly after the owner had left the premises and was fortunately contained before it could spread to adjacent warehouses.

 

The fire was reported at approximately 18:30 at Tiny Lion Co., Ltd., located in Moo 8, Nadi Subdistrict, Mueang District. The company distributes plastic children’s toys and developmental products via various online platforms including Lazada and Shopee.

 

 

Emergency services from across the province responded with over 20 fire engines dispatched from Nadi Municipality, Khlong Maduea Town Municipality, Krathum Baen Municipality, and other local organisations. Upon arrival, they found one of the two large adjoining warehouse buildings engulfed in flames. The interior, filled with plastic-based toys, acted as powerful fuel, accelerating the fire’s spread.

 

Firefighters battled the inferno from all angles for about an hour. Thanks to low wind conditions, they managed to prevent the flames from reaching the neighbouring warehouse. Despite their efforts, part of the burning warehouse’s roof collapsed under intense heat. Authorities continued through the night spraying water on the smouldering remains to prevent potential reignition.

 

Ms. Natthaphat Phuwaphinan, 30, the warehouse owner, stated that she had locked the premises and left only 10 minutes before the fire began. She was alerted by a neighbour across the street and quickly returned to find her warehouse already ablaze.

 

“I had just restocked with new inventory for online sales,” she said. “Everything inside was children’s toys. The damage is likely not less than 10 million baht.”

 

Only one staff member was on-site at the time of the incident and managed to escape unharmed.

 

The cause of the fire is under investigation. Forensic officers and structural engineers will inspect the site to determine the origin of the blaze and assess the building’s integrity. In the meantime, Nadi Municipality has declared the area off-limits until further notice.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-01.