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Thailand Train Derails After Crane Collapse, Killing 32

The disaster at a China-backed high-speed rail site has prompted a government probe into contractor safety.

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Ein umstürzender Kran hat am Mittwoch in Thailand ein Zugunglück mit Dutzenden Todesopfern und Verletzten verursacht. Es gebe mindestens 32 Tote, 64 Verletzte seien zudem ins Krankenhaus eingeliefert worden, erklärten die Behörden.

Overview

  • Health officials confirmed 32 deaths, three people missing, and 64 hospitalized, with seven in serious condition.
  • The intercity train from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani was struck by a falling construction crane in Sikhio, Nakhon Ratchasima, causing a fire and trapping passengers.
  • About 195 people were on board, according to Transport Minister Phipat Ratchakitprakarn.
  • The crash site is part of the Bangkok–Laos–Kunming high-speed rail project, and contractor Italian-Thai Development has pledged compensation for victims.
  • Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ordered a full investigation and suggested blacklisting repeat safety offenders as rescue operations continue and the route remains closed.