Fatal Pickup Truck Accident in Rayong Reservoir
A driver died after their pickup truck veered off the road and sank into the Dok Krai Reservoir in Rayong province.
On the morning of November 6, 2026, a fatal accident occurred at the Dok Krai Reservoir in the Pluak Daeng district of Rayong province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, a pickup truck lost control while navigating a curve on the road running alongside the reservoir, between Soi 7 and Soi 8 in Mae Nam Khu sub-district, and plunged into the water. The reservoir at that location is reported to be over five meters deep. Witnesses, who were fishing nearby, observed the vehicle floating in the water and reported seeing the driver gesturing for help. Unfortunately, the witnesses lacked the necessary equipment or life jackets to perform a rescue, and the vehicle drifted further from the shore before sinking. Rescue teams arrived shortly after being notified at 4:00 AM and successfully recovered the driver's body within 15 minutes. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the risks associated with driving on roads adjacent to bodies of water, particularly during nighttime hours when visibility may be reduced. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of the vehicle losing control or the identity of the deceased. Residents and travelers in the area are advised to exercise extreme caution when driving near the reservoir, as road conditions and visibility can change rapidly.
