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Train Collides with Bus Stuck on Tracks in Bangkok, Killing at Least Eight
A train struck a bus stuck on the tracks in Bangkok, killing at least eight people. Thai officials said there was not enough time for the bus to clear the crossing before impact.
May 16, 3:06 PM·1m read1 source
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A train struck a bus that had become stuck on the tracks in Bangkok, killing at least eight people. Thai officials stated there was not enough time for the bus to move off the track after it got stuck with passengers on board. An investigation is underway into the accident.
The incident marks the second major rail accident in Thailand in the past six months. Al Jazeera reported the accident occurred on 16 May 2026. The report noted that the crash has raised questions about rail safety in the country.
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