Fire engulfs RDF waste processing factory in Chachoengsao

CHACHOENGSAO — 11 November 2026, A massive fire broke out at a waste sorting and refuse-derived fuel (RDF) production factory in Bang Khla district early Wednesday morning, prompting firefighters from several local authorities to mobilise fire engines and water trucks to contain the blaze.

At 04:30 on 11 November, Pol Capt Nitipong Moonwong, Deputy Investigation Inspector at Sao Cha-ngok Police Station, received a report of a fire at an RDF production facility from the station’s radio communications centre.

He coordinated with firefighting teams from the Chachoengsao Provincial Administrative Organisation, Samet Tai and Sao Cha-ngok subdistrict administrative organisations, Bang Khla and Pak Nam subdistrict municipalities, and Tha Thong Lang and Nong Tin Nok subdistrict administrative organisations. Chachoengsao rescue volunteers also joined the operation.

The fire occurred at a factory located at 48/6, Moo 2, Sao Cha-ngok subdistrict, Bang Khla district, Chachoengsao province.

The facility operates a household waste sorting and compression system to produce alternative fuel.

Upon arrival, firefighters found flames raging through the factory. Crews deployed water hoses to bring the blaze under control and prevent it from spreading to other sections of the facility.

The cause of the fire remains unknown. Investigators initially suspect an electrical short circuit or a combustion reaction involving materials stored inside the factory.

Forensic officers are expected to conduct a detailed examination of the scene to determine the exact cause of the fire and assess the extent of the damage.

Authorities have not yet disclosed the estimated financial losses.