Pickup Truck Crash Disrupts Water Supply in Trat
A pickup truck accident in Trat has damaged a major water pipe, causing supply disruptions across five sub-districts.
On October 29, 2026, a pickup truck accident occurred on the Sukhumvit Road bridge crossing the Trat River in Wang Krachae, Trat Province. According to Khaosod Online, the driver, a 34-year-old man, lost control of his vehicle while attempting to avoid another car that was performing an illegal U-turn. The truck skidded on the rain-slicked road, overturned into a drainage ditch, and struck a Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) pipe.
The collision caused significant damage to the water infrastructure, resulting in a major leak and water supply disruptions affecting five sub-districts. The driver sustained minor injuries, reporting chest pain, and was assisted by local rescue volunteers. The PWA Trat branch has deployed repair crews to the site. Officials initially estimated that repairs would be completed by 3:00 AM on October 30. Residents and travelers in the area should anticipate low water pressure or temporary outages while the infrastructure is restored. It remains to be confirmed if the driver will face legal consequences for the accident or if the other vehicle involved in the illegal U-turn will be identified by local authorities. Travelers are advised to exercise caution on Sukhumvit Road during rainy conditions.
