Fire at Pathum Thani warehouse spreads to seven others
A fire broke out at a furniture manufacturing company’s warehouse, spreading to seven adjacent warehouses. The incident, occurring yesterday, July 24, is suspected to have been caused by an electrical short circuit as workers had left for the day.
Police Lieutenant Thassana Udomporn from Lam Luk Ka Police Station received a report about the fire at a rental warehouse in Moo 12, Bueng Kham Phroi Subdistrict, Lam Luk Ka District, Pathum Thani Province. Upon receiving the alert, he informed his superiors and rushed to the scene with Deputy Superintendent Prakot Nakyai and over 20 fire engines.
The fire started in warehouse B41, owned by a furniture manufacturing company, and rapidly spread to four warehouses on the left and three on the right, engulfing a total of seven warehouses. The full extent of the damage is yet to be assessed. Initial efforts by the fire department succeeded in containing the blaze within a limited area.
Paiboon, a 64 year old security guard, reported that the fire likely resulted from an electrical short circuit originating in warehouse B41. At the time, he was patrolling the area and noticed the flames inside the locked warehouse, which prevented him from accessing the interior.
The affected warehouse stored flammable materials such as wood and thinner. Fortunately, no workers were present as the company had closed for the day at around 5pm. However, neighbouring companies were still operating, which contributed to the fire spreading to several adjoining warehouses, reported KhaoSod.
First responders have documented the scene and taken photographs as evidence. Witnesses will be summoned for questioning to determine the origin and cause of the fire. Additionally, forensic officers will conduct a thorough investigation to uncover the precise cause of the blaze.
In related news, a fire broke out at the Pak Kret Police Station, in Nonthaburi on July 16, prompting a swift response from local police, firefighters, and volunteers. The blaze was quickly contained, preventing major damage and resulting in no injuries.
