Multiple people killed after construction crane falls, derails train in Thailand
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In a tragic incident on Wednesday, at least 22 individuals lost their lives, and 64 others sustained injuries in Thailand when a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train, as confirmed by local authorities.

The accident occurred in Nakhon Ratchasima province, where the crane struck a train traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani. This collision led to the train’s derailment and subsequent fire, reported the province’s Public Relations Department.

In a statement shared on Facebook, the department assured that the fire had been brought under control. Rescue teams were actively working to locate any passengers who might still be trapped inside the train wreckage.

construction crane fell into a passenger train

The unfortunate incident unfolded in Nakhon Ratchasima province on January 14, highlighting the need for heightened safety measures. (Image courtesy of the State Railway of Thailand via AP)

Transport Minister Piphat Ratchakitprakan revealed that approximately 200 passengers were aboard the train at the time of the crash. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the disaster.

officials examine a derailed train

This photograph captures the devastating aftermath of the crane collapse that impacted a passenger train in Thailand. (Image courtesy of the State Railway of Thailand via AP)

“Nineteen bodies have been recovered, but there are still some inside the train carriages that cannot be removed yet because the crane started shifting, so the team pulled back for fear of danger,” said Police Col. Thatchapon Chinnawong, according to Reuters. 

Chinnawong added that those who were killed were in two of the three carriages struck by the crane.

Thailand train derailment

A train traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani derailed after a construction crane fell onto one of its carriages. (Ministry of Transport/Handout via Reuters)

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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