Blood on the Tracks: Thailand's Deadly Roads Get a Scathing Reminder The latest tragedy on Thailand's rail network is a stark reminder that road safety remains an afterthought for authorities in one of Southeast Asia's most popular tourist destinations.
At least eight people lost their lives and 32 more were injured when a freight train slammed into a bus at a Bangkok rail crossing on Saturday, igniting a fire that engulfed the vehicle.
Thailand ranks among the world's deadliest roads, according to the World Health Organization, due in large part to lax enforcement of safety standards.