A concerning incident unfolded in Nonthaburi, Thailand, as the road in front of Wat Bo temple suddenly collapsed, creating a hole measuring approximately 2 meters deep, 5 meters wide, and 8 meters long. At 11:30 a.m. on April 6, 2024, Police Lieutenant Colonel Thapanaphong Phuengmee, Traffic Police Inspector at Pak Kret Police Station, received notification of the collapse, prompting an immediate response from authorities.
Upon arrival at the scene, officials discovered the gaping hole at the head of Pak Kret Tha Nam Road in Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. The collapse, situated in front of Wat Bo at number 110, Village No. 2, Pak Kret Subdistrict, drew the attention of local villagers, including monks, who were startled by the sudden development.
Initial assessments revealed that the collapsed section of the road spanned approximately 8 meters in length, with water flowing into the cavity, indicating possible seepage from the nearby Chao Phraya River. Fortunately, despite the precarious situation, no injuries were reported. Several motorcycle drivers narrowly escaped the collapsing road, thanks to the swift assistance of vigilant villagers.
Police Lieutenant Colonel Thapanaphong Phuengmee of Pak Kret Police Station disclosed that the road collapse occurred in an area where electrical conduit installation work had recently taken place under the auspices of the Electricity Authority. While the exact cause of the collapse remains under investigation, initial speculation suggests that the incident may have been triggered by the passage of a large truck. However, further examination by officials is required to confirm the cause definitively.
The incident underscores the importance of thorough inspection and maintenance of infrastructure projects to ensure public safety and prevent potential hazards. Authorities are mobilizing efforts to assess the extent of the damage and implement necessary measures to address the situation promptly.
