26-2-2025 (BANGKOK) A devastating accident unfolded in the early hours of Wednesday when a tour bus carrying students on an educational field trip lost control and overturned while navigating a sharp curve on Khao San Tone mountain in Prachin Buri’s Na Di district. The crash, which occurred around 4am on Highway 304, resulted in 17 fatalities and left more than 40 passengers injured.
The ill-fated vehicle, originating from Phon Charoen district in Bueng Kan, was en route to Rayong province when it veered off course, overturning and sustaining catastrophic damage. Emergency responders, including local police and rescue teams, swiftly arrived at the scene, transporting the injured to Nadi Hospital and Kabinburi Hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Authorities are currently conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, examining factors such as road conditions, driver fatigue, and mechanical failures. Meanwhile, efforts are underway to clear the debris and restore normal traffic flow along the highway.
