Drug-Driven Train Crash in Bangkok: A Risk Normalization Disaster

Summary

A tragic freight train collision with a public bus in Bangkoks Asoke-Din Daeng crossing resulted in eight fatalities and injuries. The train driver, bus driver, and gate operator face charges due to reckless driving and negligence. The crossing, a major bottleneck, is accused of risk normalization, leading to a call for mandatory drug and alcohol tests fo…

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A tragic freight train collision with a public bus in Bangkoks Asoke-Din Daeng crossing resulted in eight fatalities and injuries. The train driver, bus driver, and gate operator face charges due to reckless driving and negligence. The crossing, a major bottleneck, is accused of risk normalization, leading to a call for mandatory drug and alcohol tests for train drivers and workers. The underlying issue of outdated tracks and city growth around them remains a concern. Support the show:Get a disc

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