Major Fire Destroys Over 20 Vehicles at Bang Phli Auto Repair Shop

On the night of October 18, 2026, a significant fire occurred at a large, single-story auto repair warehouse located along the Bang Na-Trat Road in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan. According to Khaosod Online, the facility operates as an insurance-affiliated repair center. Emergency responders, including the Bang Phli Yai Subdistrict Administrative Organization and the Ruamkatanyu Foundation, deployed approximately 10 fire trucks to the scene after receiving reports of the blaze at 9:30 PM.

Firefighters utilized water and foam to contain the fire, which originated in the paint repair section of the warehouse. The flames spread rapidly to vehicles parked inside, accompanied by intermittent explosions. It took approximately one hour to bring the situation under control. Preliminary reports indicate that at least 20 personal vehicles, which were awaiting repairs or insurance claims, were damaged in the incident.

Fortunately, the facility was closed at the time, and no staff were present. Local residents alerted authorities after noticing the fire. While investigators from the Bang Kaeo Police Station have begun documenting the scene and interviewing witnesses, the exact cause of the fire remains unconfirmed. There is currently no evidence identifying which specific vehicle or material ignited first. Residents and those with vehicles currently undergoing repairs at insurance-affiliated shops in the area are advised to contact their respective insurance providers for updates regarding their property status.