Archive · 25 Sep 2025
Bangkok Sinkhole Swallows Vehicles Near Hospital
Imagine the ground opened up and swallowed cars in Bangkok!
This happened near a hospital on Wednesday morning.
A big hole, about as deep as a tall building, appeared on the road.
The road caved in because of construction nearby.
Luckily, no one got hurt, but some cars were damaged.
People near the hospital were moved to safety.
The hospital is still helping people, but some services were closed for a short time.
The city is experiencing heavy rain, which may be connected to the incident.
A sinkhole opened on Samsen Road in Bangkok, swallowing cars and an electricity pole.
The incident occurred near Vajira Hospital and is linked to railway construction.
The sinkhole's depth is approximately 50 meters.
No injuries were reported, but three vehicles were damaged.
Outpatient services at Vajira Hospital closed temporarily.
- Who
- Authorities and residents of Bangkok.
- What
- A sinkhole opened, swallowing vehicles and an electricity pole.
- When
- Wednesday, September 24, around 7 AM.
- Where
- Samsen Road, near Vajira Hospital, Bangkok.
- Why
- Likely caused by ongoing railway station construction.
- Location
- Samsen Road, Bangkok
- Date
- Wednesday, September 24
- Depth
- Approximately 50 meters
- Cause
- Ongoing railway station construction
- Injuries
- None reported
- Damage
- Three vehicles damaged
- Hospital Service Impact
- Outpatient services at Vajira Hospital closed until Thursday, inpatient and emergency services operational