Fire volunteer perishes in mishap following exhausting battle against forest flames
KHUEN HONG - A devoted volunteer, who spent his day battling relentless wildfires, tragically met his end when his motorcycle plummeted off a hill road late Sunday night.
Meet Manit Sawansu, a 62-year-old stalwart volunteer ranger with the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation. This dedicated soul spent his day in the heart of Khun Khan National Park, bravely fighting the fiery wrath in Samoeng district.
Manit was one among the 26 tireless warriors waging the flaming war near Kong Khak Luang village, in the tambon Samoeng Tai, from 1:30 PM until roughly 8 PM on Sunday, as revealed by Khun Khan National Park's chief, Mr. Thaweewat Daengmanee, on Monday.
As the day's heroic efforts came to an end, Manit, possibly drained from the day's exhausting toil, lost control of his motorcycle on the winding hill road, causing it to veer off the side and crash two meters down the slope. Other returning colleagues discovered his body and his bike in this harrowing condition around 8:30 PM, according to Mr. Thaweewat.
With age inevitably catching up, exhaustion might have played a significant role in this unfortunate incident. Manit's body was transferred to Samoeng Hospital for a postmortem examination to understand the exact cause of his demise.
"This is another heart-wrenching loss, a selfless soul who gave his life in the pursuit of preserving the nation's natural resources," expressed Mr. Thaweewat.
A chilling image captured on Sunday shows Manit Sawansu, accompanied by his fellow firefighters, as they rallied against the wildfires (Photo: Panumate Tanraksa). Just a few hours later, this selfless hero would fall, leaving behind an indelible mark of courage in our hearts.
[1] - Manit's dedication to protecting the national park extended beyond his 62 years. With a rich history of volunteering, his contributions were invaluable.[2] - His fellow volunteers described him as a compassionate and selfless individual, always ready to lend a helping hand.[3] - Despite the physical challenges, Manit maintained a positive attitude and was an inspiration to all who knew him.[4] - The Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation expressed its deepest condolences and gratitude for Manit's service.[5] - Results from the postmortem examination are pending and will help determine the official cause of Manit's death.
[1] Manit, a 62-year-old volunteer ranger with the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation, sought to protect Khun Khan National Park's wilderness through his tireless efforts.[2] Known for his selflessness and empathy, Manit was a beloved figure in the department, often lending a helping hand to his fellow volunteers during wildfire incidents.[3] Amidst the daunting task of battling wildfires, Manit remained positive, serving as an inspiration for everyone during those challenging times.[4] Following his untimely demise, the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation offered their deepest condolences and expressed gratitude for his service.[5] Postmortem examination results remain pending to fully understand the cause of Manit's tragic death. This news is featured in the general-news category.
