Tragedy in Saraburi: Woman and Family Killed When Tree Crashes Through Restaurant During Storm
A massive tree branch collapsed during a severe storm at a Saraburi restaurant on May 10, killing a 40-year-old tourist from Bangkok and injuring her family members nearby.
In a tragic incident on May 10 at approximately 12:30 PM, Muak Lek police received reports of severe summer storm conditions at a restaurant in Muak Lek district, Saraburi province. Heavy rainfall and powerful wind gusts caused a large tree branch to collapse onto a 40-year-old tourist from Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan, who was eating with her family and 13 coworkers near a waterfall platform. The massive tree struck her violently in the head and torso. Emergency responders immediately transported her to Muak Lek Hospital, but she died from her injuries. Authorities emphasize this tragic event as an important reminder for the public to avoid sitting or parking beneath large trees during thunderstorms and strong winds to prevent unexpected hazards.
