A bomb has exploded in central Bangkok Monday.
VOA correspondent Steve Herman who is at the scene says an unnamed official confirmed that it was a bomb blast. Herman says he has seen at least six bodies on the ground.
Heard the #BangkokBoom. Looked out 18th floor window and saw dark clouds so thought it most likely thunder. Hearing sirens now.
— Steve Herman (@W7VOA) August 17, 2015
No further details were immediately available.
This is a developing story, we will update with more information as soon as possible.
WATCH: Steve Herman live at the scene of the blast on Periscope