Vehicle Incident Occurs Ahead of Cabinet Meeting in Songkhla

On August 31, 2026, a security incident occurred at the Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya in Songkhla province, ahead of a scheduled mobile cabinet meeting. According to Khaosod Online, a Toyota Fortuner belonging to an official, parked opposite the faculty building where a workshop on southern provincial development was to be held, experienced a loud explosion followed by smoke emanating from the engine compartment.

The incident took place shortly before Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul was scheduled to arrive to chair the meeting regarding development strategies for the five southern border provinces. In response to the noise and smoke, military personnel, police, and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams were immediately dispatched to the scene to inspect the vehicle and secure the area.

For residents and travelers in the area, this event caused a temporary security alert near the university campus. While the situation was identified as a mechanical failure—specifically a radiator burst—the presence of EOD teams highlights the heightened security protocols surrounding high-level government visits in the region. As of now, authorities have not reported any injuries, and the official investigation into the mechanical failure is ongoing. Travelers in Songkhla should remain aware that government movements may lead to temporary road closures or increased security presence in the vicinity of official venues.