Multiple people killed after construction crane falls, derails train in Thailand

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Michael SinkewiczJanuary 14, 2026 at 09:07 AM

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A construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, on Wednesday, derailing the train and causing a fire. The train was traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani with 195 people on board. At least 22 people were killed and 64 injured in the accident. Rescue efforts were temporarily halted due to the crane shifting, hindering the removal of bodies from the train carriages. An investigation into the cause of the crane collapse is currently underway, according to the Transport Minister.

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Thailand

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