Crane Falls on Moving Train in Thailand, 22 Dead, Coaches Derailed and Caught Fire

• A horrific train accident in Thailand killed 22 people and injured over 30 when a construction crane fell onto a moving passenger train.
• The incident occurred around 9 AM in Nakhon Ratchasima province, northeast of Bangkok, involving a train traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani.
• The crane was part of a China-backed $5.4 billion high-speed rail project connecting Bangkok to Kunming, China, via Laos.
• Several train coaches derailed and caught fire due to the severe impact, leading to widespread chaos and a massive rescue operation.
• 195 passengers were on board the train; authorities have launched an investigation into the accident, citing past safety standard issues in Thailand.

Why It Matters: A crane collapse onto a moving train in Thailand caused 22 deaths and significant injuries, prompting an investigation.