Major Snack Factory Fire in Om Noi, Samut Sakhon

On the morning of September 7, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m., a severe fire erupted at a major snack production facility located in Moo 7, Om Noi, Krathum Baen District, Samut Sakhon. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the blaze originated in a two-story production building covering roughly half a rai, which housed machinery, raw materials, and packaging supplies. The fire intensified rapidly, eventually breaching the roof of the structure.

Local authorities, including the Krathum Baen District Chief and the Mayor of Om Noi, coordinated a massive emergency response. Over 50 fire engines and support vehicles from Samut Sakhon and neighboring areas were deployed to contain the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent buildings within the complex, which includes office spaces and storage facilities.

For residents and travelers in the area, the incident may cause localized traffic disruptions and potential air quality concerns due to the heavy smoke plumes reported at the scene. While the immediate threat of the fire spreading has been the primary focus of emergency services, the exact cause of the ignition remains under investigation. Authorities have not yet provided a final assessment of the total financial loss, though initial estimates suggest damages reaching tens of millions of baht. Further updates are expected as the investigation into the production line incident continues.