Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Bangkok Pub Fire Death Toll Rises to 35
A big fire happened at a pub in Bangkok, Thailand, on July 13.
The fire killed 35 people and hurt many others.
The pub had blocked exits, making it hard for people to escape.
The government is now checking more places to make sure they are safe.
They have already closed some places that weren't safe.
The police are still looking into what happened and haven't charged anyone yet.
Death toll from Bangkok pub fire rises to 35.
Fire broke out at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub on July 13.
Emergency exits were obstructed, hindering escape.
Government has inspected over 800 venues, suspending 56 for safety issues.
Police investigation ongoing; no charges filed yet.
- Who
- Patrons and staff of Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub
- What
- A fire at a pub in Bangkok
- When
- July 13, shortly before midnight
- Where
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Why
- Cause under investigation, possible negligence due to obstructed emergency exits
Government Response
Public Criticism
Regulatory Measures
Government Response
The government has vowed tighter regulations and conducted over 800 inspections, suspending 56 venues for safety issues.
Public Criticism
Critics argue that the government's response is too late and that more proactive measures should have been in place to prevent such tragedies.
- Date of Incident
- July 13
- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Death Toll
- 35
- Injured
- 48 discharged, 21 still in hospital (12 critical)
- Venue
- Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub
- Investigation Status
- Ongoing, no charges filed yet
- Government Action
- 800+ inspections, 56 venues suspended