Building collapses in Thailand, four injured

Located at the Bang Phli electricity authority training centre in Bang Sao Thong district, the building was under construction, as reported by the Bangkok Post newspaper.

Rescuers approach the collapsed building at the Bang Phli Metropolitan Electricity Authority training centre in Bang Sao Thong district in Samut Prakan province on Monday. (Photo: Fire and Rescue Thailand)
Rescuers approach the collapsed building at the Bang Phli Metropolitan Electricity Authority training centre in Bang Sao Thong district in Samut Prakan province on Monday. (Photo: Fire and Rescue Thailand)

Hanoi (VNA) – A large dome roof structure in Thailand's Samut Prakan province collapsed on February 9 at noon, injuring four people, according to Thai media reports.

Located at the Bang Phli electricity authority training centre in Bang Sao Thong district, the building was under construction, as reported by the Bangkok Post newspaper.

Electrical authority and other officials inspected the collapse site to assess the situation, prioritising assistance for those affected, a press statement said.

Public access had been restricted for the time being and stricter enforcement of safety standards ordered at the construction site. The cause of the collapse was under detailed investigation, the statement said./.

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