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Century-Old Wooden House Destroyed by Fire in Chonburi
A historic wooden home in Ban Bueng, Chonburi, was nearly destroyed by a fire on August 1, 2026, despite the owner cutting off the electricity before leaving.
On the evening of August 1, 2026, a fire broke out at a historic wooden house in Moo 3, Nong Sam Sak sub-district, Ban Bueng district, Chonburi. According to Khaosod Online, local police and firefighting units arrived at the scene around 8:00 PM to find the structure engulfed in flames. Due to the age and material of the house, the fire spread rapidly, causing extensive damage to nearly the entire property before it could be brought under control.
The 78-year-old owner, Mr. Tamit, reported that the house was over 100 years old and had been passed down through generations. He stated that he had left the residence earlier that morning to visit his daughter and had followed his routine of switching off the main electrical breaker to ensure safety. He expressed confusion regarding the cause of the blaze, as the house was unoccupied at the time of the incident.
For residents and visitors, this incident serves as a reminder of the fire risks associated with older wooden structures in Thailand. While the cause remains unknown, local authorities have secured the site and are coordinating with forensic experts to conduct a thorough investigation. Further details regarding the origin of the fire are expected to be released once the forensic analysis is complete.
Translated from Thai.
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