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Two Students Missing After Being Swept Away at Prachin Buri Weir
A search operation is underway in Prachin Buri after two middle school students were swept away by strong currents at a local weir.
On September 1, 2026, a tragic incident occurred at the Khlong Yang overflow weir in Na Di District, Prachin Buri Province. According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, two middle school students, aged 14 and 15, went missing after being pulled under by strong, murky currents while playing in the water with two friends.
Rescue teams from the Satcha Phuttha Tham Foundation of Thailand were dispatched to the scene following reports of the incident at approximately 3:00 PM. Despite an extensive search effort involving divers, the students had not been located as of the initial report. The area remains crowded with concerned relatives and local residents.
For residents and travelers, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the extreme dangers posed by overflow weirs and fast-moving water during the rainy season. Currents near such structures can be deceptively powerful and unpredictable, even for those familiar with the area.
While the search continues, the exact circumstances leading to the students entering the water and the current status of the recovery operation remain the primary focus of local authorities. Visitors are strongly advised to exercise extreme caution near waterways, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall when water levels and flow speeds can change rapidly.