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Summary: Thai PM pledges thorough investigation into deadly crane accident NHK

- A crane collapsed onto a passenger train in Thailand, killing at least 32 and injuring over 60.
- A second crane incident occurred near Bangkok, crushing vehicles and resulting in two additional deaths.
- The same construction contractor is linked to both crane accidents and a previous building collapse.

A: Hey, did you hear about the crazy news coming from Thailand?
B: No! What’s going on?

A: It's terrible. A crane fell onto a train! So many people were hurt.

B: Wow, really? How many?

A: At least 32 people died and over 60 are injured. The prime minister is really upset.

B: That's awful! Was anyone… you know… from other countries?

A: Yeah, they first said no, but now they’re saying a German and a Korean person were among the people who died.

A: And guess what? Another crane fell near Bangkok, too! It hit cars!

B: Seriously? Two crane accidents?! That’s so dangerous.

A: Exactly! And the news says this has been happening a lot on that construction project.

B: That's really concerning. Who’s responsible?

A: The prime minister said the same company was involved in both crane accidents, and even a building collapse earlier last year. It's a big deal now.
Summary
Thailand: Multiple crane collapses killed at least 34, injured over 60. A German & Korean citizen were among the deceased. The same contractor is linked to both accidents & a prior building collapse, prompting investigation. #Thailand #CraneAccidents
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Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260115_22/#summary

Date: Jan. 15, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-15

Created: 2026/01/16 02:40

Updated: 2026/01/16 11:36

Last Read: 2026/01/16 11:36

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