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Three Foreign Tourists Killed in Ember Hotel Fire Near Khao San Road, 7 Injured
Dec 30, 2024, 09:30 AM
A fire broke out at the Ember Hotel near Khao San Road in Bangkok, Thailand, resulting in the deaths of three foreign tourists. The victims were identified as a Brazilian woman, a Ukrainian man, and an American man. The fire started on the fifth floor of the six-story hotel, which was housing 75 guests at the time of the incident. Seven people were injured, including two Thai nationals and five foreigners. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt has ordered a city-wide inspection of fire escape routes in hotels and entertainment venues in response to the incident, emphasizing the importance of safety as New Year's Eve celebrations approach.
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