BURI RAM, Thailand — Artillery fire from Cambodia’s escalating border offensive struck deeper into Thai territory Sunday, prompting emergency evacuations of hospitals, schools, and communities in multiple districts of this northeastern province.

Thailand Accuses Cambodia of Ceasefire Deception Amid Escalating Border Attacks

Expanding Danger Zone

What began as localized evacuations in Ban Kruat district has now spread to Chalerm Phrakiat, Lahan Sai, and Non Dindaeng districts as shells landed in Lahan Sai amid sustained gunfire and explosions. Authorities urgently advised residents to relocate to shelters at schools and temples beyond artillery range, with government and rescue organizations providing transport for vulnerable populations.

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Medical Crisis Unfolds

Chalerm Phrakiat Hospital and Lahansai Hospital were partially evacuated, retaining only emergency staff to handle critical cases before transferring patients to safer facilities. The exodus included bedridden patients, elderly residents, and children—many requiring special assistance to flee the bombardment zone.

Education Disrupted

Eighty-five border-area schools in Ban Kruat and Lahan Sai districts suspended classes indefinitely, disrupting education for thousands of students. While most villagers complied with evacuation orders, some like Don Nonghaen Pattana village chief Sarut Kasemsuk reported holdouts remaining in their homes despite the risks, with local security teams standing guard at key facilities.

Thai Air Force Conducts Precision Strikes on Cambodian Positions Near Ancient Temples

The widening conflict has transformed Buri Ram’s border districts into ghost towns, with Thailand accusing Cambodia of deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure in violation of international law. As shells reach farther inland, fears grow of a prolonged humanitarian crisis with no diplomatic resolution in sight.

-Thailand News (TN)