Saraburi: A fire broke out at a tissue factory in Nong Khae District, Saraburi Province. Officials were able to control the fire. Eight people were found dead and two were missing. Initial reports indicate that the factory building was completely damaged. The cause of the fire will have to wait for the forensic science unit to investigate further.
According to Thai News Agency, at noon yesterday, a serious fire erupted in a tissue factory located in Hemaraj Industrial Estate, Nong Khae District, Saraburi Province. Officials had to mobilize over 50 fire engines to manage the situation. They discovered the blaze raging inside the factory and were informed that 10 employees were trapped in the offices on the 2nd and 3rd floors. Efforts were made to douse the flames, but the presence of paper-an excellent fuel-prolonged the containment efforts to over two hours.
Reports indicated that 10 employees were missing, all of whom were initially working on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the factory, isolated in a glass room. The fire originated on the ground floor, potentially leaving those upstairs unaware of the impending danger. The 2nd and 3rd floors suffered the most severe damage.
Tragically, the building collapsed at 5:15 p.m., complicating rescue efforts. By 5:30 p.m., firefighters managed to locate one deceased individual within the warehouse.
It was also reported that a female employee sustained a leg injury after jumping from the 3rd floor. Despite her injuries, she was able to walk and was promptly transported to Nong Kae Hospital for treatment. In total, 26 individuals sustained injuries and were distributed across various hospitals: 6 to Ratchathani Hospital, 6 to Nong Kae Hospital, 8 to Nong Saeng Hospital, and 6 to Wihan Daeng Hospital.
The latest update from the Facebook page Fire and Rescue Thailand stated that by 10:00 p.m., officials had brought the fire under control. Unfortunately, the incident resulted in 8 fatalities and 2 individuals still unaccounted for. The complete destruction of the factory building was confirmed, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation by the forensic science unit.