Phetchaburi, Thailand – A two-story tour bus lost control and overturned on Phetkasem Road on June 5, 2026, injuring 28 people on board.
An incident occurred on the Phetkasem Road heading towards Bangkok when a two-story tour bus veered off the road. The vehicle collided with the median barrier and subsequently overturned. There were 31 people on board the bus at the time of the accident, with 28 sustaining injuries.
Kontrollverlust, Aufprall, Ãœberschlag
The bus, operating on the Surat Thani–Bangkok route, went off the road opposite the Sophon Crane shop in the Khao Yoi district. It then struck the central median barrier before tipping over. The scene revealed a severely damaged, two-story air-conditioned vehicle.
Rettungskräfte eilten zum Ort
The Khao Yoi Police Station immediately alerted the Sawang Sanphet rescue service and ambulances from the local hospital. All emergency teams rapidly responded to the scene.
Paramedics provided immediate first aid to the injured passengers at the roadside. Those requiring further treatment were then transported to nearby hospitals for comprehensive care.
28 Verletzte, keine Todesopfer
Out of the 31 individuals on board, 28 were injured, with 23 suffering minor injuries and five experiencing moderate injuries. Three passengers were reported to be unharmed.
At the time of reporting, no fatalities were confirmed, and the identities of those involved were not disclosed.
Bus schwer beschädigt, Straße abgesichert
The bus sustained significant structural damage as a result of the collision and rollover. Authorities worked to manage the situation, ensuring the safety of the area.
Police were present to direct traffic around the accident site while salvage and securing operations were underway.
Polizei ermittelt und warnt Reisende
The police have initiated an investigation into the exact cause of the accident. They are also issuing a warning to travelers regarding the importance of caution during night and early morning journeys.
Authorities emphasized the need for drivers to ensure sufficient rest periods and for vehicles to undergo thorough pre-trip inspections to prevent future incidents.