A cargo train hits a public bus at a Bangkok rail crossing, killing at least 8
Summary
A cargo train hit a public bus at a railway crossing in Bangkok, Thailand, killing at least eight people and injuring more than 20. The crash happened near an airport rail link station in the city’s central area, and rescuers worked to help survivors after the bus caught fire.Key Facts
- The accident occurred on Saturday near an airport rail link station in central Bangkok.
- At least eight people died, all found inside the bus according to officials.
- More than 20 people were injured in the crash.
- It is unclear how many people were on the bus at the time of the accident.
- The Deputy Transport Minister said an investigation is ongoing to determine if the crossing barriers were working properly.
- Videos show the bus stopped on the railway tracks when the train hit it.
- The collision dragged several vehicles along the tracks, and the bus caught fire.
- Motorcycles and riders were thrown onto the road after the crash, and rescuers entered the burned bus once the fire was under control.
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