Blaze at Trang car repair shop causes 10 million baht damage
A severe fire broke out at a major car repair shop in Mueang district, Trang province, affecting over 30 vehicles being serviced. At least seven cars were destroyed, with damages exceeding 10 million baht, as firefighters worked for 90 minutes to control the blaze.
Nattapong Niamsom, Mayor of Nataluang subdistrict, mobilised fire engines and coordinated with local administrative organisations for additional support. Over 10 fire engines from various departments, including the Trang Provincial Administrative Organisation, Trang Municipality, and local rescue units, were deployed to tackle the fire.
Police Lieutenant Colonel Vetchayan Hiranyasuwan, an investigator from Mueang Trang Police Station, alongside Police Colonel Sanit Polpetch and an investigative team, examined the site. Preliminary investigations suggest the fire originated in the paint-baking room, which contained flammable materials like paint and thinner, leading to a rapid explosion and spread of the fire.
However, the exact cause remains undetermined pending a detailed examination by the Trang provincial forensic team, reported KhaoSod.
The fire resulted in the destruction of seven vehicles but with assistance from repair shop staff, local leaders, and residents, other cars were safely removed from the premises. The estimated damage is expected to be no less than 10 million baht (US$295,245).
In similar news, a Thai man set fire to a hospital in the Isaan province of Ubon Ratchathani allegedly due to stress after losing 3 million baht in a real estate scam six years ago. The blaze caused 100 million baht in damages to the hospital.
The fire broke out on the third floor of the third building of Det Udom Royal Crown Prince Hospital on the afternoon of January 31. Medical professionals quickly and safely evacuated patients but the situation was chaotic.
The fire brigade spent over an hour bringing the fire under control but medical equipment and devices worth over 100 million baht were damaged in the blaze.
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