Boat Collision at Bang Phli Lotus Festival Leaves Eight Injured
A boat collision during the traditional Bang Phli Lotus Festival in Samut Prakan resulted in one vessel sinking and eight people being hospitalized.
On the evening of October 23, 2026, a boat collision occurred on the Samrong Canal during the Bang Phli Lotus Festival in Samut Prakan province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the incident involved two vessels, one of which sank after being struck by another boat. Eight passengers, including a six-year-old boy, were forced into the water before being rescued by local emergency teams and municipal staff. All eight individuals were transported to local hospitals for treatment; the child reportedly sustained only minor injuries.
Witnesses at the scene stated that the victim's boat was traveling along the right side of the canal when the second vessel entered its path, causing the collision. Observers further alleged that the operator of the second boat fled the scene immediately following the impact.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the importance of exercising caution during crowded festival events involving water transport. While local authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the accident and are currently working to identify the vessel that fled, the situation remains under review. Officials are coordinating with relevant agencies to track down the operator involved in the collision. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
