Road Worker Vehicle Fire on Borommaratchachonnani Elevated Highway
A fire involving a road marking truck on the Borommaratchachonnani Elevated Highway resulted in five injuries, three of which are reported as serious.
On the evening of October 10, 2026, a serious incident occurred on the Borommaratchachonnani Elevated Highway in Bangkok, involving a six-wheel road marking truck. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the vehicle caught fire while transporting workers to a job site.
Emergency responders, including the Bangkok Fire and Rescue Department and the Ruamkatanyu Foundation, arrived at the scene in the Sala Thammasop sub-district of Thawi Watthana district around 9:00 PM. Upon arrival, they found the orange Hino truck engulfed in flames. Five workers were injured in the blaze; three are currently in critical condition, while two sustained minor injuries. All victims were transported to Siriraj Hospital and Ratchapiphat Hospital for urgent medical treatment. Firefighters successfully brought the blaze under control shortly after their arrival.
For residents and commuters, this incident highlights the potential for sudden traffic disruptions on elevated expressways. While the fire was contained, the exact cause of the ignition remains under investigation by local authorities. Travelers in the area should remain alert to potential delays as the investigation proceeds and the wreckage is cleared. Further details regarding the condition of the injured workers and the specific cause of the fire are expected to be released by the police as the inquiry continues.
