Fatal Accident at Pak Meng Beach as Pine Tree Falls on Vehicle
A tragic incident occurred in Trang province when a large pine tree collapsed onto a moving car, resulting in one fatality and one injury.
On the morning of November 10, 2026, a fatal accident occurred near Pak Meng Beach in the Sikao District of Trang province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, a large pine tree fell onto a passing yellow MG sedan, crushing the roof on the driver's side. The driver, identified as 29-year-old Mr. Thongthai, was pronounced dead at the scene. A female passenger in the vehicle sustained injuries and was transported to Sikao Hospital for medical treatment. The incident also caused significant damage to local infrastructure, with approximately 100 meters of electrical lines severed by the falling tree. Local authorities, including police from Sikao Station and officials from the Hat Chao Mai National Park, responded to the scene following a report from the local village headman. For travelers and residents in the area, this incident highlights the potential risks posed by severe weather or aging vegetation in coastal zones. While the immediate scene has been attended to, investigations into the structural integrity of trees in the area and the status of the electrical grid repairs are ongoing. Travelers are advised to exercise caution when driving near large trees during periods of high wind or heavy rain.
