Historic Pavilion Destroyed by Fire at Samut Prakan Temple
A 50-year-old wooden pavilion at Wat Khru Nai in Samut Prakan was completely destroyed by a fire early Friday morning; no injuries were reported.
On the morning of October 11, 2026, a major fire broke out at Wat Khru Nai in the Phra Pradaeng district of Samut Prakan province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the blaze consumed a historic two-story wooden pavilion that had stood for over 50 years. The fire was reported to authorities at approximately 2:30 a.m.
Emergency responders, including over 20 fire trucks from the Lat Luang Municipality and surrounding districts, were deployed to the scene to combat the flames. The pavilion, which spanned approximately 100 square wah, was used primarily for storage on the ground floor. Initial reports suggest the fire originated in a ground-floor area where plastic decorative flowers were kept. Fortunately, there were no injuries or fatalities reported in the incident.
For residents and visitors, the loss of this structure marks the disappearance of a significant piece of local heritage. While the fire has been extinguished, the total financial cost of the damage is currently being assessed by local authorities. Investigations into the exact cause of the fire are ongoing. Visitors to the area should be aware that access to the affected site may be restricted while officials conduct their assessment and clear the debris.
