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Bangkok: A major explosion has jolted a fireworks factory in central Thailand, tragically killing at least 18 people. The incident occurred on Wednesday, with rescue efforts quickly launched to determine the exact magnitude of this devastating incident. Kritsada Manee-In, a representative of the Samerkun Suphan Buri Rescue Foundation, estimated the initial death toll at 15 to 17 persons.
Photos distributed by local rescue teams paint a grim picture of the incident’s aftermath. These visuals from Suphan Buri Province show the severe devastation caused to the factory, with the site appearing to be completely leveled. The air was filled with the concrete essence of disaster, echoing the gravity of the situation.
Rescue operations are in full swing and officials are working cautiously to confirm the final death toll. Also, a thorough investigation has been launched to find out the cause of this devastating explosion. Amid the chaos, the prime minister has urged local politicians to prioritize immediate medical attention for victims and ordered a thorough inspection of the factory’s practices to ensure their legality.
Massive explosions at workshops producing firecrackers and other pyrotechnics are not uncommon in Thailand. Ten people died, and more than 100 were injured, after an explosion in an fireworks warehouse in Sungai Kolok town in southern Narathiwat province last year.
The catastrophic incident has left the country in mourning, serving as a stark reminder of the inherent risks associated with the fireworks industry. As Thailand grapples with this tragic incident, the focus has been on providing support to the victims and their families, while also ensuring that such an incident does not happen again in the future.
