Fire hits Spring News
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A fire broke out early yesterday at the Spring News television station in Bangkok's Chatuchak district.
Two fire engines and police rushed to the 32storey building on VibhavadiRangsit Road at 1.15am. The firemen managed to put out the blaze from the news studio on the 11th floor in 20 minutes.
The fire started from the studio ceiling when technicians repairing airconditioner pipes caused sparks that shot on to flammable insulation. Many cameras and TV production equipment were burned.
A damage estimate will be make after the police investigation is complete, said Chatchai Tawantharong, a Spring News executive. The repair company is willing to pay for the damage, he said.
The station suspended news broadcasts after the accident but managed to resume operations yesterday.
