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People killed in Bangkok music bar fire were found trapped in windowless bathrooms
By Anton L. Delgado And Jintamas Saksornchai, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 13, 2026
· 5 min read
Most of the people who were killed in a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar were found trapped in windowless bathrooms where they may have sought to escape the flames that claimed at least 27 lives, authorities said Monday as investigations began.The blaze at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar was the cit...
Key takeaway The blaze at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar was the city’s deadliest in 17 years.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The devastating fire at a music bar in Bangkok serves as a stark reminder for San Antonio business owners and city officials to review their own fire safety protocols. With a thriving nightlife scene, San Antonio's bars and music venues must ensure they have adequate emergency exits and that they are easily accessible to patrons. The fact that many of the victims in Bangkok were trapped in windowless bathrooms or obstructed from reaching exits by obstacles highlights the importance of regular safety inspections and compliance with fire codes. San Antonio's fire department and city officials should take note of this tragedy and consider conducting their own assessments of local music venues to prevent such a disaster from occurring in our community. By prioritizing fire safety, we can help protect the lives of patrons and employees in San Antonio's vibrant entertainment scene.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Most of the people who were killed in a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar were found trapped in windowless bathrooms where they may have sought to escape the flames that claimed at least 27 lives, authorities said Monday as investigations began.The blaze at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar was the cit...
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