Progress report on the ore smelting factory explosion in Huai Krachao, Kanchanaburi Province: seven workers injured, with two now deceased and five still injured.
The incident involved accumulated heat inside a lead ore smelting furnace causing an explosion that severely injured several workers. The injured were initially taken to Huai Krachao Chalermphrakiat 80 Phansa Hospital in Kanchanaburi before being transferred to Phaholpolpayuhasena Hospital. In total, seven people were treated. The explosion occurred at a factory in Huai Krachao District, Kanchanaburi, at approximately 01:50 on 4 Aug 2026, as previously reported.
On 5 Aug 2026, police from Huai Krachao Station visited to question the seven injured workers but were unable to do so as the medical team had not yet authorized interviews due to their critical conditions.
Police were informed that among the seven injured, one worker—a Myanmar national—had died. Another remains in critical condition in the ICU. The other five are under close medical supervision due to injuries from the blast, mainly wounds to the neck, face, and especially the eyes.
Further reports indicate one more injured person has died, bringing the total fatalities to two, with five others still injured. Updates will be provided as the situation develops.