At Least 27 Dead in Bangkok Business Fire as People Flee Flames
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
A fire in a Bangkok business killed at least 27 people and injured others, with dramatic footage showing patrons fleeing the flames. The cause remains under investigation.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- At least 27 people died in a fire at a Bangkok business on Sunday night.
- The fire started at 23:57 local time in the Chatuchak district and was controlled within 30 minutes.
- Several injured victims were hospitalized following the blaze.
- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed the death toll at the scene.
- Dramatic videos showed people escaping thick smoke and flames erupting from the entrance.
- Rescue services released images of the scorched interior after extinguishing the fire.
A fire broke out shortly before midnight on Sunday in a business establishment in Bangkok's Chatuchak district, killing at least 27 people, local authorities reported. The blaze started at 23:57 local time and was brought under control by firefighters within about 30 minutes. Several others were injured and taken to hospitals.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the scene, confirming the death toll and stating that the cause of the fire is still under investigation. Dramatic footage circulated on local media showed patrons escaping the smoke-filled building, with a large flame suddenly erupting from the entrance, prompting people nearby to quickly move away. Additional videos captured people crouching to avoid the flames amid screams.
After the fire was extinguished, rescue services released images of the pub’s interior, showing scorched tables and chairs, highlighting the severity of the incident. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fire.
