At least eight people were killed and 32 others injured in Thailand's capital after a freight train struck a bus at a rail crossing in Bangkok, rescue officials and a deputy transport minister confirmed.
Details of the Incident
The collision occurred near the airport rail link's Makkasan station. Firefighters and rescue crews were dispatched as flames engulfed the bus and nearby vehicles. The crash also involved cars and motorcycles, officials said.
Response and Investigation
Emergency services worked to extinguish the fire and attend to the injured. The cause of the accident is under investigation by Thai authorities. No further details have been released at this time.
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This tragic event highlights ongoing concerns about railway crossing safety in the region.
