Firework Explosion Kills Nine, Injures Two Suphan Buri Thailand

A fireworks explosion in Ban Pho Tha Sai, Suphan Buri province, killed nine people and injured at least one more when a house used as an illegal firecracker factory detonated around 11 a.m. local time. The blast destroyed two houses and a car, with human remains scattered outside, causing widespread fear among residents due to the recurring nature of such incidents in the area. Authorities confirmed the factory operated without a license and set up an emergency aid center at Wat Pho Tha Sai temple to assist victims and families. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, with Explosive Ordnance Disposal officers examining the site and working to ensure safety for nearby residents. This tragedy follows a similar deadly fireworks explosion in January 2024 in the same district that killed 23 people, highlighting ongoing concerns about firework manufacturing safety regulations in Suphan Buri. Local officials and the Ministry of Industry have previously signaled intentions to amend laws governing fireworks factories to prevent further disasters.