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439 of 527 new Covid-19 cases found in Samut Sakhon

NationalJan 05. 2021

By The Nation

The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) announced 527 confirmed cases, including six in quarantine facilities, on Tuesday.

Of the domestic cases, 56 were engaged in occupations that exposed them or took them to risky places — Bangkok (1), Phetchaburi (1), Surin (1), Nonthaburi (1), Samut Sakhon (31), Singburi (3), Ayutthaya (2), Suphanburi (1) Bangkok (12), and Nonthaburi (1), and 439 were found positive in proactive testing in Samut Sakhon (390 migrant workers and 49 Thais).

Twenty-six cases in Nakhon Pathom, one in Nan, six in Surat Thani and 18 in Nonthaburi are under investigation to find the source of the infection.

Six patients tested positive in quarantine facilities — four Thais returning from Turkey, Pakistan, United Kingdom, and Denmark, and two Indians from their country.

CCSA spokesperson Dr Taweesin Visanuyothin said 56 provinces had now been designated red zones with Singburi and Nan being the latest to be added to the list.

Meanwhile, 45 patients have recovered and been discharged.

The total number of confirmed cases in Thailand has risen to 8,966 – 6,900 of which were contracted domestically, including 2,476 migrant workers, and 2,066 returnees. So far, 4,397 have recovered and been discharged, while 65 have died.

According to Worldometer, as of 10am on Monday, the total number of confirmed cases globally since the outbreak had risen to 86.10 million (up 534,035), 61.5 million have recovered, 23.19 million are active cases (107,874 in severe condition) and 1.86 million have died (up 9,023).

Thailand ranks 132nd in the global list of most cases, while the US tops the list with 21.35 million, followed by India 10.36 million, Brazil 7.75 million, Russia 3.26 million and United Kingdom 2.71 million.

Dr Taweesin said the outbreak from Samut Sakhon had spread to 45 provinces with most cases in the outbreak area (2,296), followed by Bangkok (86), Nakhon Pathom (38), Samut Prakarn (33), and Nonthaburi (17). Of the total patients, 71 per cent are Myanmar nationals, Thais are 24 per cent and other nationalities 5 per cent.

As for the Rayong cluster, 426 cases have been found since December 23. The average age of patients is 49 (36-57). Gender ratio in Rayong is 1.23 females to 1 male. The cluster spread to 7-8 districts of which three districts had more than 50 patients; 197 patients had got the virus from visiting gambling dens, followed by cockfighting ring (11), fitness centre (9).

He said the50th case in Chiang Mai, a female vendor, 25, had close contact with the 62nd person to have died. He asked people who had visit entertainment venues in Bangkok and Chiang Mai to monitor their symptoms.

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Palaces and royal museums closed to the public until Jan 31

NationalJan 05. 2021File Photo

By The Nation

Royal palaces and sites will be closed for public viewing until January 31 due to the Covid-19 outbreak, the Bureau of the Royal Household announced on Monday.

The places that will be closed are:

▪︎Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha

▪︎Bang Pa-In Palace

▪︎Bhubing Palace

▪︎Chang Hua Man project according to the royal initiative

▪︎Queen Sirikit Museum of textiles

▪︎Arts of the Kingdom Museum

▪︎Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre

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Foreign funds flows expected to prop baht up this year

NationalJan 05. 2021

By THE NATION

The baht opened at 29.90 to the US dollar on Tuesday, weakening from 29.88 at close on Monday.

The Thai currency is likely to move between 29.90 and 30 on Tuesday, said Jitipol Puksamatanan, senior director of the chief investment office at SCB Securities.

On Monday night, the US financial market was in a risk-off state due to investors’ concerns about the Covid-19 crisis and the important election to the US Senate from Georgia. The S&P 500 dropped to 1.4 per cent, while the VIX market rose to 26.9 points, the highest in two weeks. However, the Stoxx 600 index rose by 0.4 per cent.

The US dollar at the same time strengthened, while the Australian dollar weakened. The British pound also weakened, as the UK completely left the EU.

Meanwhile, gold price rose to $1,945 (Bt58,193) per ounce, as the market believed the inflation rate around the world would increase.

In Thailand, Jitipol informed that the baht this year would be supported by purchasing power of foreign investors in stocks and bonds in Thailand.

He suggested that investors monitor the direction of investment taking place in Thailand. “If there is no unexpected factor occurring in the future, capital will flow continually into Thailand making it more difficult for the baht to weaken.

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Flash flood risk in the South as heavy rain forecast

NationalJan 05. 2021

By The Nation

The weak high-pressure system over upper Thailand and the South China Sea will push temperatures up by 1-3 degrees Celsius, the national weather agency forecast on Tuesday.

Mornings will see foggy conditions with dense fog in some places while the weather will remain cool to cold, the Thailand Meteorological Department said. People in upper Thailand should exercise caution while moving outdoors due to poor visibility, the department said.

A rather strong northeast monsoon prevails over the Gulf and the South while there is a low cell over the coast of Malaysia. Isolated heavy rain is likely in the lower South. People in these areas should beware of heavy rain and accumulated rain that may cause flash flooding.

Moderate winds trigger waves in Nakhon Si Thammarat southward about two metres high and above three metres during thundershowers. All ships should proceed with caution, the department said.

The weather forecast for different regions of the country:

North: Cool to cold with fog in the morning and isolated dense fog in some areas; temperature rises by 1-2°C; minimum temperature 13-19°C, maximum 28-32°C; cold to very cold on mountaintops with minimum temperature 4-11°C; northeasterly winds at 10-20 kilometres per hour (kph).

Northeast: Cool to cold with fog in the morning and isolated thick fog; temperature rises by 1-3°C; minimum temperature 14-19°C, maximum 29-31°C; cold on mountaintops with minimum temperature 8-14°C; northeasterly winds 10-20kph.

Central: Cool with fog in the morning and isolated dense fog; temperature rises by 1-3°C; minimum temperature 19-21°C, maximum 31-32°C; northeasterly winds 10-20kph.

East: Cool with fog in the morning and isolated thick patches; temperature rises by 1-3°C; minimum temperature 20-23°C, maximum 30-33°C; northeasterly winds 15-35kph; waves 1-2 metres high and about two metres offshore.

South (east coast): Cloudy with scattered thundershowers and isolated heavy rain in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phatthalung, Songhkla, Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat provinces; minimum temperature 21-25°C, maximum 27-32°C.

Surat Thani northwards: Northeasterly winds 15-35kph; waves1-2 metres high.

Nakhon Si Thammarat southwards: Northeasterly winds 20-35kph; waves about two metres high and above three metres in thundershowers.

South (west coast): Cloudy with isolated thundershowers mostly in Krabi, Trang and Satun provinces; minimum temperature 22-25°C, maximum 28-31°C; northeasterly winds 15-35kph; waves 1-2 metres high and about two metres offshore.

Bangkok: Cool with fog in the morning and 1-2°C rise in temperature; minimum temperature 22-23°C, maximum 31-33°C; northeasterly winds 10-20kph.

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A warm welcome to the top 40 world-ranking BWF players

NationalJan 05. 2021

By The Nation

First time in history

Thailand is hosting three world-ranking badminton tournaments from 4 – 31 January, 2021, at the IMPACT Arena Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani (Bangkok, Thailand).

Health safety ensuring measures for Badminton players

Thonburi Bamrungmuang Hospital, the leading medical center of Thonburi Healthcare Group (THG), has been selected to provide the athletes and related staff with the medical and healthcare services that are in accordance with the standards of the Badminton World Federation as well as the regulations of the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA). Starting from body temperature screenings at check-in, THG will conduct medical procedures in compliance with the regulations of the Department of Disease Control, and will adhere to the Organizational Quarantine (OQ) guidelines throughout the 14-day quarantine period. All athletes and related staff members will undergo a total of eight COVID-19 tests and will be required to stay in the designated locations throughout the competition, where some of them are to stay for a period of up to one month.

Global confidence in the proficiency of the Thai medical system

Thonburi Healthcare Group (THG) would like to express our great appreciation to the Department of Disease Control, the Sports Authority of Thailand, and the Badminton Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King for entrusting THG with this important mission. This assignment reflects the global confidence in the efficiency of the Thai medical system.

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The Most Innovative Covid-19 Diagnostic Center.

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Prayut cancels ban on Bangkok restaurant dining

NationalJan 04. 2021

By The Nation

The order banning restaurant dining in Bangkok was cancelled on Monday, a day before it was due to take effect.

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha scrapped the ban after Monday’s meetingof the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA). Instead, from Tuesday dining in restaurants will be permitted until 9pm, after which they can only offer takeaway services.

Prayut said he had listened to suggestions and concerns from restaurant associations over the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA)’s announcement of seven new restrictions.

“In response, I have postponed the order [banning restaurant dining]. Customers will be allowed to eat in restaurants until 9pm. However, restaurants need to arrange their tables in line with social-distancing practices. If not, they will be shut down temporarily,” Prayut said.

However, restaurants are still banned from serving alcohol.

Meanwhile anyone planning to hold a party or large gathering must seek permission from the BMA or health officials first.

The order is effective from Tuesday until January 31.

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No Children’s Day fun allowed in ‘red’ provinces

NationalJan 04. 2021

By The Nation

Children’s Day on Saturday will be very quiet in the 28 red-coded provinces because no activities will be allowed, Taweesin Visanuyothin, spokesperson for the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA), said on Monday.

He has also advised the 11 orange-coded and 38 yellow-coded provinces to avoid organising activities to mark the day as it may put children at risk.

The CCSA has marked each province in either red, orange, yellow or green based on the level of Covid-19 infections and strength of measures taken.

The 28 provinces marked out in red are Tak, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Ayutthaya, Saraburi, Lopburi, Singburi, Ang Thong, Nakhon Nayok, Kanchanaburi, Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi, Suphanburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Phetchaburi, Samut Songkhram, Samut Sakhon, Chachoengsao, Prachinburi, Sa Kaew, Samut Prakan, Chanthaburi, Chonburi, Trat, Rayong, Chumphon, Ranong and Bangkok.

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No restaurant dining after 7pm from Tuesday: BMA

NationalJan 04. 2021

By The Nation

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has announced that as of Tuesday, dining in restaurants will be prohibited after 7pm.

Updated: Prayut cancels ban on Bangkok restaurant dining

Dining at restaurants will only be allowed from 6am to 7pm, after which only takeaways will be allowed. Eateries are required to arrange tables in line with social-distancing practices and prohibited from serving alcohol.

People planning to hold a party or large gatherings must seek permission from the BMA or health officials first.

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Samut Sakhon pleads for another Covid field hospital

NationalJan 04. 2021

By The Nation

Authorities in Samut Sakhon say they urgently need 3,000-4,000 beds to accommodate Covid-19 patients in order to prevent the virus from spreading further.

Wuttiphong Suphakawanich, head of Samut Sakhon Provincial Office, said the province needs another large field hospital to quarantine the rising number of new cases. A field hospital has already been set up at the central shrimp market in Muang district, thought to be the source of an outbreak in December that has now expanded to 54 provinces.

Wuttiphong warned that if no place could be found to isolate fresh Covid-19 cases in the province, the outbreak may spread even more widely.

He also urged local businesses who run more than 7,000 factories in Samut Sakhon to help equip a new field hospital, adding that the province could not afford to wait for state budget.

Equipment desperately needed includes tents, mattresses and blankets, and toilets and showers which can be assembled in 3-4 days.

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State of emergency approved until end of Feb

NationalJan 04. 2021

By The Nation

The Committee of the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Monday approved extending the state of emergency to the end of February.

Approval for a 45-day extension to the emergency decree, instead of the usual month-long extension, comes as Thailand faces a surge in new Covid-19 cases following a fresh outbreak last month.

The 45-day extension will be put to the Cabinet on Tuesday.