A serious train accident has rocked Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand after a crane fell from an under-construction high-speed rail project and hit a passenger train, causing it to derail. According to authorities, more than 20 people were killed and many more were injured, who were immediately taken to nearby hospitals.
Rescuers and emergency teams responded immediately, conducting intensive rescue operations for passengers trapped inside the carriages. The local government reported that rescue efforts were temporarily suspended in some areas due to possible chemical leakage, while assessments of the victims' conditions continued.
Officials have ordered an immediate investigation to determine the cause of the incident and assess compliance with safety standards at construction sites. This tragedy once again highlights the importance of strict safety enforcement in major infrastructure and transportation to prevent deadly accidents in the future.
