Slips and Falls on Phu Khao Ngoem Curve in Na Haew—District Chief and Police Investigate, Find Bug Residue Culprit
Slippery insect residue left on a mountainous curve after heavy rains has caused recent vehicle accidents; Na Haew District officials are working to improve safety with better warning signs and maintenance.
At 2:00 PM on May 20, 2569, Na Haew District Chief Pathom Emosoth, along with Atit Chanuavat, Chairman of the Namala Subdistrict Administrative Organization, health department officials, the Ban Non Sawang Health Promotion Hospital director, Na Haew Police Station officers, and Namala Subdistrict headman, conducted a joint field inspection at the Phu Khao Ngoem curve. The six agencies met to identify causes and develop solutions for the numerous vehicle and motorcycle accidents occurring in this area.
Over the past two to three days, heavy rainfall has persisted in the area. District Chief Pathom noted that authorities are taking the situation seriously. Upon inspection, officials discovered that after rainfall, insects such as mayflies and mosquitoes gather on the road surface, leaving behind thick, slick residue. The area also lacks warning signs, and heavy rain combined with thick fog in certain periods compound the hazard.
To reduce accidents and ensure public safety for travelers passing through Phu Khao Ngoem and Phu Peuy, drivers are urged to exercise extreme caution on this road.
