On December 17, 2024, Mr. Chaiwat Chuenkosum, Governor of Nakhon Ratchasima, announced enhanced safety measures for amusement rides at festivals across the province following a serious accident. The incident occurred at a winter festival in Pak Chong district, where a 12-year-old girl was severely injured after being thrown from a giant octopus ride.
Preliminary investigations by Pak Chong Police and local security officials revealed that the likely cause was negligence by the ride operator, who failed to secure the safety bar properly. Authorities are now enforcing stricter safety checks and oversight to prevent similar accidents.