At least 27 dead following tragic fire at Bangkok pub
At least 27 dead following tragic fire at Bangkok pub
Updated at: July 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM
A tragic fire struck the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok late on July 12, 2026.
The blaze broke out around midnight, claiming at least 27 lives.
Emergency crews brought the flames under control within 30 minutes, but the damage was already severe, leaving 63 others hospitalized, including 22 in critical condition.
Witness accounts suggest the fire began near a circuit breaker by the stage, followed by an explosion that filled the venue with thick, toxic smoke.
This heartbreaking event has reignited national debates regarding safety regulations in Thailand's nightlife sector.
Comparisons are being drawn to past disasters, such as the 2009 Santika Club fire and the 2022 Mountain B blaze, highlighting a recurring issue with building code enforcement.
Authorities are currently conducting a comprehensive investigation into whether the venue met occupancy standards and safety requirements.
The Prime Minister and the Bangkok Governor have pledged to thoroughly examine safety protocols to prevent such devastating accidents from happening again in the future.
