A tragic explosion occurred at a fireworks factory, resulting in the loss of 22 lives. Despite the factory being within its permitted operational period, the impact of this devastating incident is profound, particularly for a fifth-year secondary school student who lost both parents and is still in a state of shock.
Sitthisak Yaempraipirom, the district officer of Mueang Suphanburi, Suphanburi Province, provided updates on the explosion in Koi Ngam Village, Sala Khao Subdistrict. The latest report indicates 22 fatalities, with no survivors among the injured. The province has established a relief center for the victims’ families to verify identities and seek financial assistance from various sectors.
Over 10 relatives of the deceased have already applied for assistance. Various agencies, including the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Department and the Social Development and Human Security Office of Suphanburi Province, are offering relief and psychological support to the affected families. The investigation into the cause of the explosion is ongoing, and the factory’s business license has been confirmed as valid.
Thanesphon Boonyawat, Secretary to the Minister of Social Development and Human Security, emphasized the ministry’s focus on providing on-the-ground support. In addition to financial aid and essential relief items, the ministry is prioritizing the mental health of the affected individuals and their families. Social workers and psychologists from nearby provinces have been mobilized to offer assistance.
Due to the presence of hazardous materials in the incident area, the bodies of the victims cannot be immediately moved. They will be gradually transported to Wat Rong Chang, Mueang District, Suphanburi Province, for identification. A complaints desk has been set up at Wat Rong Chang, with approximately 23 people reporting their intentions for assistance. The ministry is particularly concerned about the severe mental distress of the affected individuals and is actively working to provide psychological support and aid in their emotional recovery.
Thanesphon highlighted a particularly distressing case of a fifth-year secondary school student who lost both parents. Psychologists are on hand to assist in the mental recovery process. The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security is committed to addressing not only the material losses but also the emotional well-being of those who have lost family members.
