Safety
Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Rayong Amid Heavy Rain
A 16-year-old boy died and a 15-year-old girl was critically injured after their motorcycle collided with a truck in Rayong province.
On September 20, 2026, a tragic traffic accident occurred near the Map Kha intersection in Rayong province, Thailand. According to reports from Khaosod Online, a 16-year-old male driver and his 15-year-old female passenger were traveling on a motorcycle during heavy rainfall when they collided with the rear of a truck.
Emergency responders from Siam Rayong arrived at the scene to find both victims unconscious and in critical condition. Despite immediate CPR efforts and medical intervention from the Somdej Phra Thep Hospital team, the 16-year-old boy succumbed to his severe injuries. The 15-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital for urgent care.
Preliminary investigations suggest that poor visibility caused by the heavy rain may have prevented the motorcycle driver from seeing the truck ahead. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the significant road safety risks posed by Thailand’s monsoon weather, particularly for motorcyclists. Travelers and residents are urged to exercise extreme caution during heavy downpours, as road surfaces become slippery and visibility is drastically reduced. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the truck driver or potential legal proceedings, and the investigation into the exact circumstances of the collision remains ongoing.