A crane collapsed onto a passenger train in northeastern Thailand, killing 30 people and burning several coaches. Rescue teams continue search operations amid wreckage.
1 / 9Crane Falls on Passenger Train | A construction crane fell onto a moving passenger train in northeastern Thailand. The accident happened early Wednesday, January 14, when the crane collapsed onto a passenger train travelling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani. The impact caused several coaches to derail and catch fire, PTI reported, citing officials. (Image: AP)
2 / 9Dozens injured, passengers still missing | Authorities believe 171 people were on board the train. Nakhon Ratchasima Governor Anuphong Suksomnit said at least four passengers were still missing hours after the crash, as rescue teams searched through the wreckage. The derailment killed at least 30 people and injured dozens. (Image: Reuters)
3 / 9Photos show massive destruction | Images shared by Thai media showed thick smoke rising from the site and damaged train coaches lying overturned. Parts of the fallen crane were seen scattered along the tracks, with construction equipment hanging between concrete pillars. (Image: AP)
4 / 9Rescue teams pull out survivors | Emergency workers climbed onto damaged coaches to pull out trapped passengers. Videos from public broadcaster ThaiPBS showed large holes in the sides of train cars and twisted metal across the crash site. (Image: Reuters)
5 / 9Investigation ordered by transport ministry | Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said a full investigation has been launched. Officials say the crane was being used to build an elevated railway segment when it collapsed onto the moving train. (Image: AP)
6 / 9Contractor faces legal action | The State Railway of Thailand said the main contractor was Italian-Thai Development, with a Chinese firm handling design and supervision. Authorities plan to examine the responsibility of both companies and may take legal action. (Image: AP)
7 / 9Damage estimated at millions | Officials estimated the damage to the train at over 100 million baht ($3.2 million). The construction equipment suffered limited damage, according to railway authorities. (Image: Reuters)
8 / 9Company promises compensation | In a statement, the contractor expressed condolences to the victims’ families and said it would cover medical costs for the injured and compensation for those who lost their lives. (Image: Reuters)
9 / 9Chinese government reacts | China’s Foreign Ministry said it was aware of the accident and had offered condolences. A spokesperson said safety was a priority and that the cause of the crash was still being investigated. (Image: AP)
