At least 13 people were killed and 41 injured when a night club caught fire in Thailand’s southeastern Chonburi province at 1 a.m. on Friday. The tragedy took place in the town of Laksi, located about 120 kilometers south of Bangkok, according to preliminary reports.
Clubbers were reportedly trying to leave the building when the blaze erupted, trapping many others inside. Rescue workers are still working to find survivors amid the ruins of the building. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
Nightclub fire in Thailand
At least 20 people were killed and more than 100 injured when a night club caught fire in Thailand’s southeastern Chonburi province at a.m. on Friday.
The cause of the fire is still unknown, but it is suspected that it was caused by an electrical short. The club was full of people when the fire started, and many of them were trapped inside.
This is the latest in a series of nightclub fires in Thailand over the past few months. In each case, there have been deaths and injuries. This highlights the importance of safe clubbing practices, such as using fire extinguishers and not smoking cigarettes inside clubs.
Victims of the nightclub fire
At least 27 people have died and more than 120 have been injured after a night club in Thailand’s southeastern Chonburi province caught fire early Friday morning.
The fire started when an electrical malfunction caused a stage light to fall on some pyrotechnics, triggering a devastating fire that quickly spread through the building.
The victims of the nightclub fire were mostly young people who had just arrived for their shift. Many of them were burned to death or suffocated in the thick smoke and flames that engulfed the building.
Although the cause of the fire is still under investigation, it is likely that the negligence of the nightclub’s owner was responsible for the tragedy. Had he properly maintained the equipment and installed proper safety measures, this deadly fire would not have occurred.
Causes of the night club fire
On Friday, a night club in Thailand’s southeastern Chonburi province caught on fire. At least 20 people were killed and over 50 injured, according to local media reports.
The cause of the fire is not yet known, but it is suspected that an electrical short caused the blaze. The club was reportedly full of people when the fire started and it took firefighters several hours to put out the fire.
This is the latest in a series of nightclub fires in Thailand. In January, a nightclub in Bangkok collapsed after a gas leak caused a stampede. In February, another nightclub in Bangkok went up in flames after a fight broke out inside. And in March, 11 people were killed and dozens more injured when a nightclub fire broke out in Pathum Thani province.
These incidents underscore the importance of ensuring that night clubs are properly licensed and that they have adequate safety measures in place. Night clubs are popular venues for socializing and entertainment, but they should be treated as potential danger zones.
Consequences of the night club fire
At least 20 people were killed and more than 60 injured after a night club in Thailand’s southeastern Chonburi province caught fire early Friday morning. The blaze is believed to have started in a stage and spread rapidly through the building, making it difficult for firefighters to bring the fire under control.
The consequences of this night club fire are tragic: at least 20 people died, many more were injured, and property damage is estimated at over 500 million baht (US$14 million). This is only the latest in a long line of nightclub fires that have caused serious injury and death in Thailand.
In 2013, a nightclub in Bangkok caught on fire and killed 116 people. In 2007, 117 people were killed when a nightclub in Songkla province went up in flames. And in 2004, 126 people were killed when a disco in Silom district of Bangkok went up in flames.
There are several factors that contribute to these night club fires: Poorly maintained buildings and equipment, lax safety standards, overcrowding, and illegal alcohol sales. These factors make night clubs a high-risk place for accidents and disasters.
If you’re planning to go out partying tonight, be sure to keep safety in mind
How to prevent a night club fire
Preventing a night club fire is important, especially in light of the recent tragedy in Thailand. Here are some tips to keep your club safe:
1. Make sure your installation is up to code. Make sure your club is meeting all the safety requirements set by local and national regulations.
2. Keep your lighting adequate. Use only the necessary amount of light and avoid using artificial light that can create distractions or interfere with the operation of your sound system.
3. Keep your fire safe and clean. Do not allow smoking or any open flames in or around the club area. Keep combustible materials well away from the building, and make sure all electrical equipment is properly installed and protected.
4. Train your staff properly. Give them the knowledge they need to run a safe night club, and make sure they know how to respond to emergencies.
Conclusion
At least 13 people were killed and 41 injured when a night club caught fire in Thailand’s southeastern Chonburi province at 1 a.m. on Friday. The incident occurred during the country’s annual New Year’s celebrations, which police suspect may have been deliberately set in order to claim more lives. Reports suggest that the blaze started in the ceiling of the venue and quickly spread to cover an area of over 2,000 square meters. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire and are asking for help from members of the public who may have witnessed anything suspicious leading up to or during the blaze.