“25 Students Perish in Horrific Bangkok School Bus Fire After Tyre Burst”
"Chaos and devastation as school bus fire claims lives of 25 students during tour from Uthai Thani to Ayutthaya"
A devastating accident unfolded in Bangkok as a school bus filled with children burst into flames, tragically claiming the lives of 25 people, most of whom were students. The incident occurred while the bus was en route from Uthai Thani province to Ayutthaya on a school tour.
The sudden blaze caused panic and chaos, leaving passengers with little chance to escape. Most of the victims were young students, making the tragedy even more heartbreaking.
Transport Minister Surya Jungrungruangkit reported that the accident took place on Tuesday afternoon in Pathum Thani province, a northern suburb of the capital. The fire spread rapidly, engulfing the bus within minutes, and efforts to rescue the trapped passengers were severely hampered by the intensity of the flames.
Home Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that the death toll could rise further due to the severity of the accident. Rescue operations were particularly challenging, as the fire made it impossible for first responders to enter the bus immediately. Social media was flooded with images of thick black smoke billowing from the vehicle, underscoring the horror of the situation.
Prime Minister Patongtarn Shinawatra expressed deep condolences on the social media platform X, pledging that the government would cover medical expenses for the injured and provide compensation to the families of the deceased. He assured that all necessary support would be extended to those affected by this tragic event.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the fire started after a tyre burst, causing the bus to hit a road barrier and catch fire. Rescue workers on the scene confirmed that the rapid spread of the fire made their efforts to save passengers extremely difficult. Investigators continue to examine the cause of the accident, which has left the entire nation in shock.
