Video shows people flee as flames rip through Bangkok pub

NewsWorld newsThailandThe clip shows people stumbling from the doorway of the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub in Bangkok, as flames jet overhead from the inferno inside the popular Thai bar12:01, 13 Jul 2026Fire rips through bar in Bangkok as at least 27 were killedHorrifying video footage captures the moment flames blast from the door of a bar in Thailand in a blaze which killed dozens.‌People can be seen stumbling from the doorway of the Bangkok bar as flames scream overhead from the inferno inside on Sunday.‌The fire has been called the deadliest incident in the Thai capital in recent years, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stating at the scene that 27 bodies had been recovered.‌Another 22 people are reported to be in a critical condition in hospital following the fire at the bar, named locally as the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao.A group of people were seen standing at an outside bar before a sudden thick plume of smoke bursts from the entrance to the building. And then just a few moments later the flames erupt through the door and people attempted to escape.‌People were seen rushing through the doors amid the ferocious flames with many screaming. Footage showed the horrific scene carry on for several minutes as people ran in panic and thick black smoke began to replace the flames.A man also arrived with a fire extinguisher and attempted to tackle the blaze before emergency services arrived.Images show patrons trying to flee as flames jetted from the front door of the bar in the northern part of Bangkok as people tried to flee, with thick black smoke billowing into the sky.‌Photos of the aftermath show charred tables and chairs, and the damaged interior of the bar as emergency services inspect the scene.Many people reportedly fled to the back of the bar when the fire first broke out, taking shelter in bathrooms. This is where many of the dead have been found, according to reports from the scene.Article continues belowAt least 63 people were injured in the blaze, said Suriyachai Rawiwan, the director of Bangkok’s disaster administration. Initial reports state that the fire may have been caused by a short ‌circuit in an air conditioner located in the ceiling, the disaster administration said.Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao, located in the Chatuchak suburb in northern Bangkok is a popular live music venue. Most of the victims are thought to be Thai nationals between the ages of 25 and 50.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌HospitalsThailandFirePubs