Overpass construction collapse in Bangkok claims two lives, injures 12

Two people died and 12 were injured after an overpass abruptly collapsed in Lat Krabang district, Bangkok. Currently, those wounded are under constant medical supervision in nearby hospitals.

His Majesty the King, demonstrating his kindness, compassion, and deep concern for his subjects’ well-being, has extended his condolences to those left grieving by the unfortunate incident and has offered his best wishes for the swift recovery of the injured.

The calamity took place on a project site overseeing the construction of the elevated road from On Nut to Lat Krabang, a critical link intended to enhance the region’s connectivity and alleviate traffic issues. The fateful mishap proved deadly when the box segment structure of the bridge fell during a tension cable pull operation. The event’s impact caused the launcher, a blue steel component…