Panisa Aemocha

A fast‑spreading fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar in Bangkok killed at least 28 people and injured dozens during a live performance by the indie band Thotsakan. Survivors described chaotic escape attempts as flames quickly engulfed the venue. Several band members died, and others remain missing. Witnesses and local residents noted the bar’s dark, maze‑like interior and poor emergency signage. Bangkok’s governor indicated that flammable ceiling materials and a possibly obstructed emergency exit may have contributed to the disaster. The incident renewed calls for stricter fire‑safety standards and improved staff training in nightlife establishments.