In one of the deadliest fire incidents in Thailand’s capital in recent years, a blaze tore through a popular pub in Bangkok overnight, killing at least 27 people and leaving another 22 in critical condition.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the site in the early hours of Monday. Based on survivor accounts, the pub rapidly filled with smoke after the fire broke out, trapping many patrons who fled toward the back of the venue near the bathrooms. The speed with which the space became engulfed suggests possible issues with ventilation, fire suppression systems, or building code compliance — though an official investigation is still underway.
The tragedy has prompted renewed scrutiny of safety standards in Bangkok’s bustling nightlife scene, a major draw for both locals and the millions of international tourists who visit Thailand each year. Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the fire.
