Parts of a two-storey building front collapsed at Mor Mee Junction in Bangkok at approximately 4:50pm, on 20 June 2026, leaving people trapped beneath the rubble and causing damage to vehicles on a nearby road. Emergency responders were deployed to the scene and began rescue operations as concerns grew that there could be fatalities and injuries.

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The collapse occurred near Mor Mee Junction, close to a Starbucks branch at Hua Lamphong on Rama IV Road. Debris from the structure fell onto the pavement and roadway, striking vehicles and creating a hazardous situation in the area.

Initial reports indicated that at least one person was visible trapped, believed dead, beneath the collapsed building. Authorities at the scene are working urgently to assess the extent of the damage and search for anyone caught under the rubble.

Emergency services and relevant authorities remain at the site to carry out rescue and recovery efforts. Khaosod reported that investigators are expected to examine the cause of the structural failure once rescue work has been completed. Further updates are likely as authorities determine the number of people affected and assess the condition of the damaged building.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 20 June 2026

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UPDATE

Bangkok Building Collapse Kills 1 Near Wat Traimit

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A two-storey building collapse near Wat Traimit Worawihan on Rama IV Road in Bangkok has left one person dead, after emergency teams confirmed the victim was trapped under debris and later recovered from the scene.

The incident occurred on 20 June 2026 at Mor Mee Junction in the Samphanthawong area, where part of a building structure, described as a second-floor canopy, gave way and fell onto the roadway below. Falling debris landed on the street and caused damage to several vehicles passing through the area at the time.

Initial reports from the scene indicated that people were trapped under the collapsed structure, prompting an urgent response from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Samphanthawong District Office and related rescue teams. Emergency workers secured the area and began searching through the rubble for survivors.

Authorities later confirmed that one person had died as a result of the collapse. The body was recovered from the debris by rescue personnel and was pronounced dead at the scene, despite CPR attempts by emergency responders. The body was subsequently removed from the site for transfer to hospital. Officials have not yet released further details regarding the identity of the deceased.

Khaosod reported that investigators are expected to examine the structural integrity of the building and determine the cause of the failure, including whether maintenance issues or construction defects played a role. The area remains under observation as officials assess any further risks to nearby structures.

Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 20 June 2026

UPDATE

Skytrain Vibration Probe After Bangkok Building Collapse

Oops, the engineers miscalculated the skytrain vibration effect on buildings?

Not easy being an engineer.

I had a 2 storey house built 25 years ago on the outskirts of Bangkok. Being employed in the building trade for most of my working life I was amazed at the use of inferior products when I was paying for the best. I told my wife to tell them if they don't use what I pay for then they have 3 options. 1. Pull everything out and start again. 2. If they fail to do that then I won't be paying them until they get it right . 3. Failing that give them their marching orders and look for a new builder.. Their work practices and safety improved dramatically but of course they were still obsessed with all the Thai short cuts. Anyway we've been living there all that time with just a few minor building problems. I have noted that when a building gets demolished in Thailand it's nothing for a new building to start in no time. Thais don't seem to understand about stabilising the earth before a new building begins.

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12 minutes ago, Rams86 said:

I had a 2 storey house built 25 years ago on the outskirts of Bangkok. Being employed in the building trade for most of my working life I was amazed at the use of inferior products when I was paying for the best. I told my wife to tell them if they don't use what I pay for then they have 3 options. 1. Pull everything out and start again. 2. If they fail to do that then I won't be paying them until they get it right . 3. Failing that give them their marching orders and look for a new builder.. Their work practices and safety improved dramatically but of course they were still obsessed with all the Thai short cuts. Anyway we've been living there all that time with just a few minor building problems. I have noted that when a building gets demolished in Thailand it's nothing for a new building to start in no time. Thais don't seem to understand about stabilising the earth before a new building begins.

This is very apparent where former rice fields are used for building big businesses or estates for housing. The land needs back filling so a wise building manager would get the back filling done prior to the wet season and let the heavy rain do the stabilizing for him. Of course there's Thais who throw caution to the wind and can't wait. Several years later properties on this land start showing cracks. If I were to buy a house again in Thailand I would check the chanote and unless the house was at least 5 years old so I'd give it a miss because it hasn't had enough time for the earth to settle properly.

42 minutes ago, Rams86 said:

This is very apparent where former rice fields are used for building big businesses or estates for housing. The land needs back filling so a wise building manager would get the back filling done prior to the wet season and let the heavy rain do the stabilizing for him. Of course there's Thais who throw caution to the wind and can't wait. Several years later properties on this land start showing cracks. If I were to buy a house again in Thailand I would check the chanote and unless the house was at least 5 years old so I'd give it a miss because it hasn't had enough time for the earth to settle properly.

The building practices and quality in Thailand is very poor as is heath and safety yet they have a plethora of standards and specs but to the Thai's its just paper ! one of the things Thais don't understand is Compaction and testing !! Have you seen any compaction test on new roads ?? because they don't