BANGKOK – A crane-equipped truck overturned on a bridge in Bangkok’s Phra Nakhon district on January 17, 2026, injuring two people and narrowly avoiding a plunge into the canal below. The incident caused significant traffic disruption on Chakraphong Road as emergency teams worked to clear the scene.

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The accident occurred at 1:55 p.m. on Nararatthanatharn Bridge in Talat Yot subdistrict. Upon arrival, rescue units from Phukhao Thong station found a Hino Mega truck lying on its side, with its fitted crane hanging precariously over the edge of the bridge. Oil leaked across the roadway, prompting district officials to spread sand over the area to reduce slipping hazards.

Two individuals were injured: a 28-year-old man who complained of chest pain was taken to Klang Hospital for treatment, while a 20-year-old man received minor injuries and was treated onsite, declining further medical care.

Crane truck overturns on Bangkok bridge, injuring two

ฺBANGKOK — 17 January 2026, A six-wheel truck carrying a crane overturned on a bridge in Bangkok, narrowly avoiding plunging into a canal and injuring two people, authorities said.

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Heavy equipment, including a second crane, was brought in to safely remove the overturned vehicle. Traffic gradually resumed once the roadway was cleared and deemed safe.

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The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with authorities examining factors such as mechanical failure, load stability, and road conditions. Further action will depend on the findings of the inquiry.

-Thailand News (TN)