Bangkok Bar Fire Kills at Least 28 as Locked Doors Trapped Patrons Inside

A fire swept through a packed Bangkok bar on July 13, 2026, killing at least 28 and critically injuring at least 25. Survivors reported locked doors and no visible emergency exit signage. Some victims were found in windowless bathrooms. Thai authorities are investigating whether negligence caused the blaze, and whether fire-safety enforcement at entertainment venues failed systemically.