Fire Tourists Flee in Panic as Fire Guts Resort Café on Cha-am Beach

[Georgealbert]

 

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A dramatic fire broke out in the early hours of 3 May, at a beachfront resort café in Cha-am, sending tourists fleeing in panic as flames rapidly engulfed the kitchen, café, and adjacent guest accommodation.

 

The incident occurred at around 01.00 at the More Than Beach & Café resort, located on Bang Ket beach in Bang Kao subdistrict, Cha-am district, Phetchaburi province. Pol. Sub-Lt. Sikkharet Nora of Cha-am Police Station responded to the emergency call and coordinated with fire units from Cha-am Municipality and Bang Kao Subdistrict. Four fire engines were dispatched to the scene.

 

The blaze began in the kitchen area and quickly spread to the café, both situated right by the beach. Firefighters battled intense flames for approximately 30 minutes before successfully bringing the situation under control. By then, the kitchen, café, coffee machines, electrical appliances, and all related equipment had been completely destroyed.

 

A nearby guest room also fell victim to the fire. More than 10 tourists were staying at the resort at the time. Fortunately, all managed to evacuate safely without injuries, though one group lost personal belongings and valuables in the fire.

 

Authorities cordoned off the affected area and barred access to ensure public safety. Forensic experts from Phetchaburi province inspected the site later to determine the exact cause of the blaze. Preliminary estimates put the damage at no less than 600,000 baht.

 

The resort owner has made arrangements for the displaced guests, securing alternative accommodation for them while they recover from the ordeal.

 

One tourist recounted the frightening experience, saying he and his girlfriend had travelled from Bangkok for a relaxing holiday. “We were inside our room when we heard a loud noise. I opened the door and saw the kitchen on fire. We ran out immediately without taking anything. Soon after, the flames reached our room and everything was gone.”

 

Investigations are ongoing.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Daily News 2025-05-04.