More than 20 feared dead after school bus catches fire near Bangkok

The bus carrying 45 passengers, including 39 students and 6 teachers, caught fire during a school trip. Rescuers reported at least 20 feared dead.

Initial investigations suggest that a tire explosion ignited the blaze, spreading rapidly. Most bodies were found in the middle and back seats.

Rescuers had difficulty accessing the bus for hours due to intense heat and risk of explosions, delaying recovery efforts significantly.

Discrepancies in passenger counts have emerged, with surviving teachers noting that students had moved between buses, complicating the identification of the deceased.

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