Fire Breaks Out at Historic Temple in Suphan Buri
A fire occurred at Wat Noi in Suphan Buri province, causing minor damage to the temple's ordination hall.
On the afternoon of October 26, 2026, emergency responders and local authorities were dispatched to Wat Noi in the Ton Khram sub-district of Bang Pla Ma, Suphan Buri, following reports of a fire inside the temple's ordination hall. According to Khaosod Online, the blaze was contained within approximately 10 minutes by rescue teams and temple monks.
The fire originated near the main Buddha statue, damaging a candle stand, a collection of candles, an evaporative cooling fan, and several photographs of revered monks. Notably, the main Buddha statues within the hall remained unharmed. Local residents have expressed surprise that photographs of the late Luang Pho Niam, a former abbot of Wat Noi, and Luang Pho Kasem Khemako were reportedly left untouched by the flames.
For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the vulnerability of historic wooden structures and religious artifacts to fire hazards. While the damage to the ordination hall was described as minor, the event serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety protocols in temple complexes. Authorities are currently investigating the specific cause of the ignition. Further details regarding the extent of the restoration required for the affected area remain to be confirmed by temple officials.
