Bangkok Bus and Train Collision Sparks Deadly Blaze, Multiple Casualties Reported

Bangkok 

A deadly collision between a train and a bus in Bangkok has left at least Six people dead and several others injured after a major fire broke out following the crash.

According to initial reports, the incident occurred at approximately 3:30 PM on Asoke-Din Daeng Road between the Rama 9 and Asoke intersections, near the Makkasan railway crossing. Authorities say a train collided with a bus at the crossing, triggering a powerful impact that quickly sparked a fire at the scene.

Emergency crews rushed to the area as thick smoke and flames spread across nearby vehicles and parts of the roadway. Officials confirmed that at least six people have died, though the death toll may rise as rescue teams continue searching for additional victims and assessing the full extent of the incident.

Several public buses, cars, and motorcycles were also reportedly damaged during the collision. Witnesses described scenes of panic as people attempted to escape the fire while emergency responders worked to rescue trapped victims.

Firefighters and rescue personnel are currently working to control the blaze, assist injured passengers, and transport victims to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment. Authorities have not yet officially confirmed the total number of injured individuals.

Traffic around the area has been severely affected, with officials advising travellers to avoid the route if possible while rescue and recovery operations continue. Large emergency response teams remain stationed near the railway crossing as investigators examine the cause of the collision.

The exact circumstances leading up to the crash remain under investigation. Officials are expected to review railway crossing systems, surveillance footage, and witness statements to determine how the train and bus collided.

The incident has shocked residents across Bangkok as images and videos from the scene spread rapidly online, showing burning vehicles and heavy emergency activity near the railway crossing.

Authorities are expected to release more information regarding casualties, identities of victims, and the cause of the collision as the investigation progresses.