Deadly Fire Engulfs Bangkok Pub, Hundreds of Patrons Trapped
Quick Look
- A devastating fire broke out at the Na Ladprao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district early Monday, trapping hundreds of revellers.
- Social media images show flames erupting from the entrance, with rescuers attempting to aid injured patrons outside.
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Why It Matters
A fire broke out at the Na Ladprao pub in Bangkok's Chatuchak district early Monday morning while it was crowded with hundreds of revellers. Many victims were found trapped in the bathrooms.
Images of the inferno shared on social media show flames shooting out from the entrance of the Na Ladprao pub in the Chatuchak district, as patrons run for safety.
On the pavement outside, rescuers try to resuscitate several people, while dazed party-goers stagger around the scene with bandages covering severe burns on their arms and legs.
At the time of the fire early on Monday morning, the pub was crowded with hundreds of revellers – with charred tables, bar stools and a drum kit on the stage a scorched testament to the moment the flames swept through the venue, trapping panicked people in the bathrooms, where many of the bodies were found.
One member of the band on stage as the tragedy unfolded told reporters he saw smoke coming down from above, then the power went out and fiery “explosions” ripped through the venue.
“I came with 11 people, including the band members and our friends,” he told reporters, with bandages around the back of his head. “As of now there are only five or six of us accounted for.”
Open Questions
- What caused the fire?
- What is the exact casualty count?
- Were there any safety violations at the pub?
