Watch: Massive sinkhole opens near Bangkok hospital, swallows cars, power poles

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The incident, which took place in the Thai capital's Samsen Road area, has been linked to the construction of a nearby railway station.

Bangkok sinkhole

The incident brought traffic to a halt, while the area has been sealed off due to damages.

India Today World Desk

New Delhi,UPDATED: Sep 24, 2025 12:06 IST

A massive 50-metre-deep sinkhole opened near a hospital in Bangkok, swallowing cars and electricity poles on Wednesday, prompting authorities to seal off the area. The incident, which took place in the Thai capital's Samsen Road area, has been linked to the construction of a nearby railway station.

The sinkhole also caused damage to underground water pipes, while also live electricity cables.

Footage of the incident has gone viral on social media, showing traffic coming to a halt, while the sinkhole opens up.

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Published By:

Karishma Saurabh Kalita

Published On:

Sep 24, 2025

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