Motorcycle Fires Reported During 'Nam Mai Aab' Trip in Phetchabun

On November 14, 2026, two separate motorcycle fires were reported involving participants of the 'Nam Mai Aab' (Don't Bathe) motorcycle trip, a large-scale gathering of riders traveling through Phetchabun province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the first incident occurred on Highway 21 in Bueng Sam Phan district. Witnesses stated that a rider stopped at a gas station to refuel using a bottle; while pouring fuel into the tank, the motorcycle caught fire, likely due to heat from the exhaust pipe. A second fire involving another motorcycle was reported on the road leading up to Phu Thap Boek. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in either incident. The 'Nam Mai Aab' event, scheduled for November 14-15, has drawn significant attention due to the large number of participants occupying the roads, with social media users sharing footage of the group riding in dense formations and maneuvering between vehicles. For travelers and residents in the area, these incidents highlight potential traffic congestion and safety risks associated with large motorcycle convoys. While the cause of the first fire is attributed to refueling practices, the exact cause of the second fire remains to be confirmed by local authorities.