Authorities are rushing to evacuate residents near the site after an explosion occurred at the Border Patrol Police Unit 21 armory, affirming it was not sabotage. The cause is still under investigation.
Following the explosion at the Border Patrol Police Unit 21 armory at Surin Phakdi Camp in Surin province, a severe fire broke out with periodic loud blasts, as previously reported.Read more: Urgent! Explosion at Border Patrol Police Unit 21 armory in Surin causes intense fire and repeated blasts)
Later, at 20:20, many rescue and firefighting personnel gathered in front of the Unit 21 camp to prepare for incident control. Various agencies joined to assess the situation and plan firefighting efforts, but access remains blocked due to ongoing intermittent explosions of fireworks and ammunition scattered around.
Officials have also expedited evacuations of nearby residents because the explosion dispersed ammunition that could potentially reach the community. The cause is being examined, and damage is being assessed in detail. No confirmed injuries or deaths have been reported officially.
Meanwhile, authorities have temporarily closed some roads in Surin city to ensure public safety.
Recently, Pol. Col. Jakrin Undee, commander of Border Patrol Police Unit 21, told Thairath TV news team that the incident was not sabotage but an armory explosion.
Further details will be reported as they become available.