Raft-House Floor Collapse: Woman Narrowly Escapes Drowning

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

A woman narrowly escaped a tragic accident when the bathroom floor of a raft-house in Sai Yok district collapsed, causing her to fall into the river below. The incident took place on Saturday night and was reported by the woman's son-in-law, Surat Horhom, on social media. The post has triggered widespread criticism of the unnamed resort’s safety standards.

The family had booked two raft-house rooms for their stay when the incident occurred around 9pm. The mother-in-law was using the bathroom when the wooden floor gave way, leaving her clinging to a concrete edge with the lower half of her body submerged in water. Family members heard the commotion and quickly rescued her.

Resort staff moved the family to a different room, but their concerns about safety were heightened when the resort’s owner did not check on them. The following morning, the family was offered a 50% room discount but felt the response was inadequate. When they pressed for accountability, the resort claimed the woman may have slipped and advised her to seek medical treatment, offering to reimburse expenses.

The family has since filed a police report citing injury from the bathroom floor collapse. The incident has spotlighted potential safety issues, with the son-in-law describing the resort's response as disorganized and indifferent. He emphasized the gravity of the situation, urging raft-house operators to prioritize thorough safety checks to prevent future incidents.

Looking forward, the family, local residents of Kanchanaburi, have canceled their upcoming plans to stay on a raft-house. They continue to warn others about the possible risks associated with such accommodation. Public reaction has largely supported the family, with many calling for the identity of the raft-house to be revealed to ensure accountability, reported Bangkok Post.

Key Takeaways

• The raft-house bathroom floor collapse led to an emergency situation, highlighting safety concerns.
• The family's experience has prompted public discourse on resort safety standards.
• There is a call for raft-house operators to enforce stringent safety checks.

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-12-09