Listen to this articleChemical fumes come out from HSMT New Material Technology (Thailand) Co factory in Sri Maha Pho district, Prachin Buri province on Friday afternoon, forcing evacuation of people in the area. (Photo: Prachin Buri Public Relations Office Facebook)A chemical leak occurred after an explosion at a factory in Prachin Buri's Sri Maha Pho district, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of people. The locals, including the elderly, were relocated to a community centre in tambon Tha Toom for their safety. Of these, 25 were transferred to Sri Maha Pho Hospital, and one was sent to Chularat 304 International Hospital. Authorities, including Prachin Buri's industry office and the Tha Toom TAO, have suspended the factory's operations.

Source: Bangkok Post October 19, 2024 15:25 UTC