Your cart is currently empty!
Tag: foreigners
Three foreigners die in Bangkok hotel fire, authorities say | Tourism News
Fire broke out on fifth floor of hotel near popular Khao San Road, fire department says.
Three foreigners have died in a hotel fire in a popular tourist area of Thailand’s capital Bangkok, according to local authorities.
The fire broke out on the fifth floor of the Ember Hotel on Sunday night, Bangkok’s Fire and Rescue Department said on Monday.
One woman died at the scene and two men were pronounced dead in hospital, the fire department said.
Seven others are receiving treatment in hospital, according to the fire authorities.
The names and nationalities of the deceased were not immediately released.
The hotel is located a short walk from Khao San Road, a popular nightlife area that draws backpackers from around the world.
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt told reporters there were 75 people in the hotel at the time of the fire and 34 people were rescued from the rooftop.
Chadchart said he had ordered officials to conduct a city-wide inspection of fire escape routes in hotels and entertainment venues in response to the blaze.
“We have to build confidence and take care of tourists,” Chadchart said.
Tourism is a major contributor to Thailand’s economy, the second largest in Southeast Asia, accounting for nearly one-fifth of gross domestic product.
The country has welcomed more than 32 million tourists this year, with Chinese making up the biggest share of arrivals, followed by Malaysians, Indians and South Koreans.
Three foreigners were tragically killed in a hotel fire in Bangkok, authorities confirmed today. The blaze broke out in the early hours of the morning at a popular hotel in the bustling city, causing panic among guests and staff.According to reports, the victims were visitors from Europe who were staying at the hotel while on vacation in Thailand. Their identities have not yet been released, pending notification of their families.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, which is believed to have started in a guest room on one of the upper floors of the hotel. Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the flames and evacuate guests from the building.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the tourism industry in Bangkok, as visitors and locals alike mourn the loss of life. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.
As authorities continue their investigation, we urge all travelers to prioritize safety and ensure they are aware of emergency procedures at their accommodations. Stay informed and stay vigilant to prevent such tragic incidents from occurring in the future.
Tags:
- Bangkok hotel fire
- Foreigners died
- Tourism news
- Bangkok authorities
- Hotel fire tragedy
- Bangkok travel
- International tourists
- Safety measures in hotels
- Bangkok emergency response
- Foreign travelers in Thailand
#foreigners #die #Bangkok #hotel #fire #authorities #Tourism #News
Hotel fire in popular Bangkok tourist area kills 3 foreigners
BANGKOK (AP) — A fire broke out at a hotel near Bangkok’s Khao San Road, a popular tourist destination, killing three foreigners and injuring several other people, Thai police said Monday.
The three who died in the fire on Sunday night were all foreign tourists, Police Colonel Sanong Saengmanee told The Associated Press. One was found dead at the scene and the other two died after being transported to the hospital.
Police later identified the dead as a Brazilian woman, a Ukrainian man and an American man. Four people were hospitalized, of whom one was in critical condition.
The fire erupted on the 5th floor of the six-story Ember Hotel, police said. Khao San Road is a popular backpacker street in the Thai capital that’s also known for its lively nightlife.
The flames were eventually contained and the cause of the blaze is under investigation.
Seventy-five people were staying at the hotel at the time of the fire.
Sreekanth Kolamala, a 37-year-old Indian national who lives in Singapore and was in Thailand on vacation, witnessed the rescue operation and said that firefighters “broke the glass over there to try to pull people out.”
Sanga Ruangwattanakul, the president of the Khao San Road Business Association, stood outside The Ember Hotel on Monday, looking at the damage. He said 20,000 people were expected at a New Year’s Eve countdown event on Tuesday night.
“Now everybody’s scared about what happened and they’re scared it will affect the event tomorrow. But definitely there’s no worry because we already had a meeting with the police station and we have over 150 police and district staff to cover on Khao San Road for security,” he said.
Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt also emphasized the importance of safety following the incident, especially as New Year’s Eve approaches, with fireworks and other celebrations planned across the city.
——
Associated Press journalists Jerry Harmer and Tian Macleod Ji contributed to this report.
I am deeply saddened to report that a devastating hotel fire in a popular tourist area in Bangkok has claimed the lives of three foreigners. The fire broke out in the early hours of the morning, engulfing the hotel in flames and trapping guests inside.Emergency services rushed to the scene to extinguish the fire and rescue those trapped inside. Despite their best efforts, three foreigners lost their lives in the tragic incident.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, and our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in this terrible tragedy.
It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of fire safety measures in hotels and other public spaces, and the need for vigilance to prevent such devastating events from occurring in the future.
Our hearts go out to all those affected by this heartbreaking news, and we offer our deepest condolences to the families of the victims.
Tags:
- Bangkok hotel fire
- Tourist area tragedy
- Foreigners killed in hotel fire
- Bangkok tourist district incident
- Deadly hotel fire in Bangkok
- Bangkok travel news
- Safety in popular tourist areas
- Bangkok emergency response
- Foreigner fatalities in hotel fire
- Bangkok fire investigation.
#Hotel #fire #popular #Bangkok #tourist #area #kills #foreigners
