The director of the Railway Department led a team of officials and experts to the accident site at the Asok-Dindaeng level crossing on May 16, 2025 at 3:35 PM to investigate a severe collision between SRT freight train No. 2126 (Laem Chabang-Bang Sue Junction route) and public bus line 206. The bus was stopped on the railway tracks at the Asok-Petchburi red light intersection between Khlong Toei and Makkasan stations. The impact resulted in a severe crash with fire breaking out at the scene, killing 8 persons on the bus and injuring approximately 25 others. Emergency responders quickly provided assistance and transported the injured to hospitals.

The Airport Rail Link (ARL) Makkasan station above the accident site was affected by smoke from the fire covering its platform. For passenger safety, the station was temporarily closed and trains skipped the stop without halting until firefighters controlled the fire below. ARL service resumed normal operations at Makkasan station at 4:35 PM.

Director Pichit Kunathammarak of the Railway Department led a team of officials and experts to the scene in coordination with relevant agencies to investigate the facts, facilitate rescue operations, and instructed the State Railway of Thailand to provide full cooperation with police in gathering evidence and determining the cause of the accident.

The Ministry of Transport and Department of Land Transport have ordered thorough investigation and fact-finding regarding the level crossing accident, with the goal of implementing urgent corrective measures. The ministry expressed deep condolences to the families of the deceased and injured, and thanked rescue personnel, firefighters, police, and all responders for their swift action. The government has committed to implementing the highest safety standards for the railway transport system to ensure safe and reliable long-term rail travel.

Thailand's windsurfing team is using the 2026 IQ Foil European Championship in Portimão, Portugal (May 16-23, 2026) to test competition systems against Asian Games rivals from Japan, China, and Hong Kong, with goals of placing athletes in the gold fleet (top half rankings). The six-member Thai team—Nittipat Chaiyawutwet, Siriporn Kaewduanggam, Vachirawit Tanuap, Vachirawit Manbuamrung, Ratchananon Khunjeng, and Chanatakan Charoensouk—arrived early on May 4 for training under coaches Natthapong Potinpratton and Sakda Skulfang.

According to Pattana Bunsawat, secretary of the Thai Windsurfing Association, the team initially faced stormy weather upon arrival but subsequently conducted intensive sea training once conditions improved with moderate winds and calm waves. All Thai athletes are performing well in these conditions.

The competition serves as a critical test against Japan, China, and Hong Kong competitors ahead of the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan (September 19-October 4, 2026). The open-category athletes aim for top placements while youth competitors focus on building strength and gaining experience from international-level athletes.

Security camera footage has captured the moment a freight train struck an air-conditioned bus, numbered 12-5641 Bangkok, along with several cars and motorcycles at a railway crossing between Khlong Tan and Makkasan stations (at the Asok-Din Daeng intersection level crossing) on May 16, 2569. The collision resulted in a fire that killed 8 people and injured approximately 32 others.

The CCTV footage from the area captured the moment of impact. The footage reveals that traffic was heavily congested at the time, with multiple buses and vehicles parked across the railway tracks. The freight train arrived at precisely the same moment, colliding with the bus, cars, and motorcycles, which triggered the fire.

Related reports indicate 8 deaths in the freight train-bus collision at the Airport Link Makkasan station, with officials searching for missing persons. Dashcam footage also captured the tragic moment before the fire spread, with 10 injured and 6 confirmed dead. Additional footage from another angle shows the bus was stopped across the railway tracks with the crossing barrier not fully lowered.

The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has issued a statement regarding an accident involving freight train number 2126 (Laem Chabang Port–Bang Sue route) that collided with a public bus between Khlong Tan and Makkasan stations at the Asok-Din Daeng level crossing on May 16, 2025, at 3:41 p.m. The collision triggered a severe fire in the area, with damage assessment still underway. Following the incident, SRT personnel immediately mobilized to the scene and coordinated with fire and rescue services to extinguish the blaze and assist those affected.

The accident has impacted several train services: Train 277 Bangkok (Hua Lamphong)–Kabin Buri arrived at Makkasan at 3:44 p.m. and is waiting to resume; Train 379 Bangkok–Chachoengsao was scheduled to depart at 4:35 p.m. and is waiting to resume; Train 391 Bangkok–Chachoengsao was scheduled to depart at 4:55 p.m. and is waiting to resume; Train 282 Kabin Buri–Bangkok arrived at Huamark at 4:44 p.m., 6 minutes late, and is waiting to resume; Train 284 Chumphon–Bangkok arrived at Huamark at 5:36 p.m. on schedule and is waiting to resume; and Train 371 Bangkok–Prachuap Khiri Khan was scheduled to depart at 5:40 p.m. and is waiting to resume.

Due to the impact of the incident, passenger transfers may be necessary on some trains. The SRT is coordinating with the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) to provide shuttle bus service from Bangkok Station to Huamark Station to facilitate onward travel. SRT staff will provide close support and assistance to passengers throughout the process.

The SRT Safety Center is serving as the incident command post and is closely monitoring the situation while investigating the accident details, fire cause, and conducting emergency damage assessments. The SRT is committed to providing maximum care and compensation to those affected. Passengers can check real-time train schedules and locations at https://ttsview.railway.co.th/v3. Anyone with relevant information can contact the SRT Safety Center at 0-2272-5068 or 09-7070-1978, or call the 24-hour hotline 1690.

The ISTAF World Cup 2026 sepak takraw tournament began on May 16 at Titiwangsa Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In the men's singles first round, Group B opening match, Thailand's national team took on Iran. Thailand played exceptionally well, claiming a dominant 2-0 set victory with scores of 15-10 and 12-7 (walkover), securing their first win. Thailand's next match will be their final Group B round against India on May 18, 2026 at 9:30 AM.

A freight train collided with a bus near Suvarnabhumi Airport Railway Station, resulting in 8 deaths and approximately 25 injuries, with damage to 5 cars and 3 motorcycles. Dashboard and CCTV footage from moments before the crash shows multiple vehicles and a bus parked across the railroad tracks, which prevented the crossing gates from functioning and coincided with the train's arrival. Previously shared social media videos from the same location showed trains stopped while numerous vehicles were parked illegally on the tracks at a red light. The State Railway of Thailand's PR team emphasized that drivers must stop at least 5 meters before crossing railroad tracks and are strictly prohibited from parking on the tracks under the Land Traffic Act, Section 63. When railroad crossings lack warning signals or barriers, drivers must reduce speed and stop at least 5 meters away, only proceeding once it is safe to do so.