Building Collapses During Orange Line Demolition in Bangkok
A building collapsed during Orange Line BTS extension demolition work in Bangkok's Din Daeng district on July 27, with no injuries reported, though debris scattered into nearby residential areas.
The Mass Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) has explained the circumstances of a building collapse that occurred during demolition work on Pracha Songkhro Soi 28 in the Din Daeng district on the evening of July 27, 2026. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and the MRTA has ordered the contractor to clear the area quickly. The incident happened during the demolition of a reclaimed building to prepare the site for construction of the Orange Line BTS extension project from Bang Khun Non to the Thailand Cultural Center. Initial investigation shows the collapse followed the planned demolition line, with proper safety barriers and supervision in place, so no members of the public were in the work zone. However, some corrugated metal sheeting from the collapsed structure spilled into adjacent residential areas.
The MRTA has instructed its project consultants and contractors to cordon off the affected area, warn residents to avoid the site, remove the scattered materials from neighboring properties, and restore the area to normal conditions. The authority emphasized that all future work must proceed with extreme caution and strict adherence to maximum safety standards at every stage. The MRTA apologized for the incident and pledged to work with its consultants and contractors to implement preventive measures to avoid a recurrence and ensure public safety and confidence.
