A massive fire engulfed a popular pub in Bangkok early Monday morning, killing at least 27 people, according to officials. The blaze was reported around midnight and took about half an hour to bring under control.
Key Takeaways
A massive fire at a popular pub in Bangkok killed at least 27 people early Monday morning, according to officials. The blaze was reported around midnight and took about half an hour to bring under control.
- At least 27 people died in the fire at Na Ladprao pub in northern Bangkok.
- Firefighters brought the blaze under control after about half an hour.
- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
- Many victims were found in restrooms at the back of the pub.
- Thailand has seen similar tragedies, including a 2009 nightclub fire that killed 66 people.
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▼Source Claims Check
2 Differences FoundAll 5 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims. 2 points of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighters' Response Time | 1 Difference | Los Angeles Times, CBS News, and NPR report that firefighters took about half an hour to bring the fire under control. Daily Mail states that firefighters tackled the blaze for around half an hour before bringing it under control. | ▼ |
| Number Of Injured | 1 Difference | Los Angeles Times, CBS News and NPR report that several injured had been taken to hospital. Al Jazeera states that 63 people were injured. | ▼ |
| Number Of Deaths | Broad Agreement | At least 27 people killed in pub fire. | |
| Fire Location | Broad Agreement | Na Ladprao pub, northern Bangkok. | |
| Cause Of The Fire | Broad Agreement | The cause is under investigation. | |
| Location Of Victims | Broad Agreement | Many victims found in restrooms at the back of the pub. |
Firefighters' Response Time
▼Los Angeles Times, CBS News, and NPR report that firefighters took about half an hour to bring the fire under control. Daily Mail states that firefighters tackled the blaze for around half an hour before bringing it under control.
Number Of Injured
▼Los Angeles Times, CBS News and NPR report that several injured had been taken to hospital. Al Jazeera states that 63 people were injured.
Number Of Deaths
Broad AgreementAt least 27 people killed in pub fire.
Fire Location
Broad AgreementNa Ladprao pub, northern Bangkok.
Cause Of The Fire
Broad AgreementThe cause is under investigation.
Location Of Victims
Broad AgreementMany victims found in restrooms at the back of the pub.
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The Na Ladprao pub in the northern part of the Thai capital saw thick black smoke billowing into the sky as people tried to flee. Footage shared online by first responders showed a huge blaze raging out of the front door, with flames bursting into the street like a blowtorch. Firefighters from multiple stations battled the inferno with water hoses.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told reporters at the scene that 27 people died and several injured were taken to hospitals. He said the cause of the fire is still under investigation, according to Los Angeles Times. A musician performing at the pub reported seeing smoke coming out of a circuit breaker near the stage before an explosion was heard and thick smoke filled the place.
The aftermath showed charred tables and chairs, with many victims found in restrooms at the back of the pub. Photos from the scene depicted casualties lined up on the street outside as rescuers rushed to provide emergency care. The bar is known as a popular entertainment venue and restaurant in the Chatuchak District.
Thailand has seen similar tragedies, including a 2022 fire at a music pub that killed 14 people and a devastating blaze during a New Year's Eve celebration in 2009 that resulted in 66 deaths and over 200 injuries. That fire was reportedly sparked by an indoor fireworks display.
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