School bus catches fire in Bangkok, 25 children on board feared dead

A devastating fire broke out on a bus carrying students and their teachers in suburban Bangkok on Tuesday, with fears that 25 passengers have tragically lost their lives, according to a report by Associated Press.

The bus was transporting 44 passengers, including students from primary and secondary schools, from Uthai Thani province to Ayutthaya and Nonthaburi provinces for a school excursion. Thai Transport Minister, Suriya Jungrungruengkit, confirmed the details during a visit to the scene.

Footage shared on social media captured the horrifying moment the bus was completely engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke billowing from the vehicle as it remained stationary by the roadside. Hours later, authorities reported that several bodies were still inside the burnt-out bus.