BANGKOK, Thailand – A tragic explosion at a firework factory located north of Bangkok resulted in the deaths of approximately 20 individuals on Wednesday. The incident occurred in Suphan Buri province, which is about 74.56 miles away from the capital city. Despite the authorities’ efforts to inspect the site, no survivors have been found at this time.
The cause of the explosion remains unknown, and an investigation is currently underway. Nattapat Suwanprateep, the provincial governor, informed Reuters that officials are working to determine whether all the workers at the factory were killed. The initial findings indicate that the death toll stands at 20 individuals, with numerous others sustaining injuries from the explosion.
Even as the investigation unfolds, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been briefed on the situation while attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He has urged for a swift and thorough investigation, emphasizing the need to determine whether the factory was operating within legal parameters and if negligence played a role in the tragic event. Srettha’s office has stressed the importance of enforcing the law to its fullest extent, given the loss of innocent lives and the injuries sustained.
Efforts to uncover the causes behind the explosion and to identify potential negligent practices at the site are expected to continue in the ensuing days. The community is left mourning the loss of those who perished in the explosion, as the authorities seek to provide closure and take necessary actions to prevent such tragedies in the future.