Ekachai flyover cracks, concrete slab falls onto sidewalk

Bangkok, 26th August 2026 - A substantial piece of concrete, weighing roughly 50 kilograms, plummeted from the Ekachai flyover in the Thai capital, prompting authorities to conduct an inspection and temporarily halt the area due to fears of further falling debris. The incident occurred around 9:00 PM on the same day near the intersection of Ekachai Road and Kanchanaphisek Road in Bang Bon Nuea, Bang Bon District.

Upon being alerted to the falling object, officials from the Department of Highways, Bang Bon district municipal officers, and civil defence volunteers promptly arrived at the scene. They discovered a sizable concrete slab, measuring about 50 by 30 centimeters and weighing around 50 kilograms, resting on the sidewalk beneath the flyover. In addition to the fallen slab, a broken and dangling street-light power cable was also found at the location.

Sompong Tong-on, an official from the Bang Khun Thian Highway District, reported that he was alerted by Bang Bon civil defence volunteers who had observed the concrete falling from the flyover and potentially posing a danger to pedestrians. Officials swiftly inspected the area with relevant agencies and cordoned it off as a precautionary measure.

During the preliminary examination, the team found the large concrete fragment on the sidewalk, along with other pieces of concrete that had partially broken away but had not yet fallen. The loose concrete was removed, and initial repairs were carried out beneath the flyover. Further work on the upper section was also initiated as an immediate precautionary step.

Sompong explained that the initial inspection did not reveal any damage to the main structure of the flyover, which remains safe for regular use. The issue, however, involved pieces of concrete that had chipped and fallen beneath the flyover. These fragments were believed to be remnants from the flyover's construction. The flyover had also undergone prior repairs and maintenance.

Continuous vibrations from the vehicular traffic on the route may have contributed to the concrete fragments becoming dislodged and falling onto the ground. The highway district routinely inspects the flyover and had previously conducted repairs in certain areas. Authorities are now coordinating with the contractor to carry out additional repairs and preventive measures aimed at addressing the issue and minimizing the risk of further debris falling.