The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is issuing a stern warning to all passengers to strictly adhere to safety regulations while traveling by train. It is absolutely prohibited to hang, lean, or extend any part of your body outside the train.
This warning comes after a video circulated on social media showing a passenger engaging in extremely dangerous behavior. The passenger was standing on the train's steps and leaning out of the moving train, resulting in a severe head injury when they struck a pole.
Mr. Ekrarat Sriarayanpong, Head of the Governor's Office of the State Railway of Thailand, revealed that the incident occurred on August 5, 2027, at 3:15 PM. As the local train No. 452 from Su-ngai Kolok Station to Nakhon Si Thammarat was departing from Phatthalung Station, a 19-year-old male passenger was filming content while hanging from the train's steps and leaning out. His head violently collided with a pole, causing him to fall onto the platform. The passenger sustained minor injuries to his fingers and experienced a headache. He was promptly taken to Phatthalung Hospital, where doctors examined him and performed a brain scan. The scan revealed swelling on his head but no internal brain injuries, and he was allowed to return home.
Although the passenger's injuries were not severe because the train had just left the station and was traveling at a low speed, the SRT emphasizes that such actions are reckless and highly inappropriate. They can lead to serious accidents, resulting in disability or even death. The SRT urges all passengers to refrain from engaging in such behavior.
Furthermore, the SRT has instructed train staff to increase the frequency of safety checks and provide safety advice to passengers. If any passenger is observed engaging in behavior that poses a risk of an accident, they will be immediately warned. If they fail to comply, they will be asked to leave the train.
The SRT also requests the cooperation of all train passengers in strictly adhering to the following safety regulations:
1. Do not ride on the couplings or steps of the train.
2. Do not board or disembark while the train is moving. Wait until the train has come to a complete stop.
3. Do not extend your arms, legs, or head outside the train.
4. Do not climb or sit on the windowsills or doors of the train.
The SRT prioritizes the safety of its passengers and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of service and safety. For further information, please contact the Customer Relations Center at 1690 or visit the Facebook fan page of the State Railway of Thailand PR Team.
Tragic Train Accident Sparks Debate and Highlights Railway Safety Concerns in Thailand
A heartbreaking incident in Lampang Province, Thailand, has ignited a debate about railway safety and responsibility after a train struck and killed a horse, causing damage to a railway signal pole. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) is now preparing to file a complaint against the horse's owner, citing damage to railway property.
The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, has sparked outrage and sympathy for the horse. The footage shows the Chiang Mai-Bangkok train colliding with the horse as it attempted to cross the tracks, sending the animal flying into a signal pole. The horse tragically died at the scene.
Public reaction to the video has been swift and emotional, with many criticizing the train driver for not slowing down or sounding the horn. "This case must be a case study," one commenter pleaded. "Can the train slow down when it is nearing the station? Be prepared to brake without any obstacles..."
The horse's owner, Mr. Ratchai Chitnachai, expressed his deep sorrow over the loss. "He is a horse owner who loves all of his horses," a reporter noted. "No one wants this kind of incident to happen to his horse."
However, the SRT is focusing on the damage caused to the signal pole. Mr. Sarin Chanthraphirom, Acting Inspector of the Lampang Locomotive Division, stated that the SRT will be filing a complaint against the horse's owner. He emphasized that railway regulations stipulate a 40-meter radius from the center of the tracks as railway property, and anyone keeping animals within this zone must obtain permission from the SRT.
While acknowledging the tragic nature of the incident, Mr. Chanthraphirom highlighted that the train driver was traveling at approximately 40 kilometers per hour, significantly below the usual speed of 90 kilometers per hour, and applied the emergency brakes upon seeing the horse.
This incident underscores the ongoing challenges of ensuring safety along Thailand's railway lines, where tracks often run through populated areas and encounters with animals and people are not uncommon. It raises important questions about responsibility, safety protocols, and the need for increased awareness to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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