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The Centre for Air Pollution Mitigation announced on Tuesday morning that pollution in Bangkok and other provinces is slowly improving.

The PM2.5 (dust particles measuring 2.5 microns in diameter) readings in different regions of the country are:

• Greater Bangkok: 23 to 40 micrograms per cubic meter of air (μg/m3)
• North: 14 to 30μg/m3
• Northeast: 12 to 38μg/m3
• Central region and West: 23 to 37μg/m3
• East: 13 to 34μg/m3
• South: 8 to 16μg/m3

The Pollution Control Department, meanwhile, has warned that PM2.5 levels in Greater Bangkok will be high from Thursday to Saturday, but will improve from Sunday to next Tuesday.

Residents can monitor the quality of air via the websites Air4Thai.com and bangkokairquality.com or the Air4Thai and AirBKK applications.

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The users of a pedestrian bridge in Bangkok’s Thonburi district are calling on the city administration to remove live electric wires from the stairs and other parts of the bridge.

Ratchanok Srisawat, who often uses the bridge, said on Monday that these wires have been lying like that for several years now and no city officials have shown up to remove them.

She said pedestrians face the risk of getting electrocuted, especially during the rains.

Another local resident, Weerapat Burapha, said he was too afraid to touch the metal handrail for fear of getting electrocuted. He also said that the bridge was too dark and unsafe at night and that the government should take steps to improve the bridge.

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Published : December 14, 2021

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Chaiyaphum police arrested 20 students on Monday evening for being involved in a clash outside the Chaiyaphum College of Agriculture and Technology in Muang district earlier in the day.

The students were tracked down from video clips captured by witnesses as well as CCTV footage after they fled when teachers came out to break them up.

“Students from another college parked their motorcycles outside the campus began fighting a group from the Chaiyaphum College,” a witness said, adding that some students had also pulled out knives.

One of the detainees reportedly pleaded guilty, saying the brawl was sparked by a flirtatious message posted on his girlfriend’s Facebook page by a student from the Chaiyaphum College of Agriculture and Technology.

They denied the brawl had been inspired by the recently released film “4 Kings”, which documents clashes between vocational students in the 1990s. The film is in theatres now.

Meanwhile, police officers persuaded both parties to forgive each other and charged them a fine before releasing them. Police are also taking legal action against those who hurt others with a knife.

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Published : December 14, 2021

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Army pilot trainer Lt-Colonel Parnphong Banjongplien and his student Corporal Chanakorn Piemcharoen were burned to death when their helicopter caught fire and crashed.

The incident took place at 9.30am near the Chiraprawat Military Camp in Nakhon Sawan.

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Published : December 14, 2021

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A villager in Narathiwat’s Rusoh district is calling on insurgents to stop attacking rangers because it causes difficulties for local residents.

Zulkiphli Benjamat, 52, issued this statement on Monday after two rangers, who were protecting monks while they were collecting alms, were injured from a bomb explosion on December 11.

The bomb was reportedly hidden inside a bin next to an oil vending machine and set off remotely. The rangers are being treated at Rusoh Hospital.

Zulkiphli, who lives near where the explosion took place, was getting ready to drive his son to a job training session in Phatthalung.

“I ran into my house as soon as I heard the bomb,” he said. “My wife and son rushed to hug me because I was standing too close to the bombing site.”

Zulkiphli said he is still agitated even though he has been reassured by officials from different agencies who came to collect information. His car has also been picked up by the insurance company to evaluate damages.

“I want to call on administrative officials to tighten measures to take care of people because this is the second time that a bomb has been exploded in this area,” he said.

“I also call on the insurgents to stop attacking rangers as it causes trouble for local people.”

On Monday, the press reported that officials have repaired the telecommunication system and electric pole that were damaged by the explosion. Soldiers have also set up a barrier at the mouth of Soi Ruam Mit where several explosions have taken place.

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Published : December 14, 2021

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In a Facebook post on Tuesday, expert virologist Dr Yong Poovorawan said Covid-19 is a new disease and its vaccines are also new. Hence, the best way of tackling the virus is to gradually accumulate knowledge on what works to reduce the risk to vaccine recipients.

“So far, we know that two vaccine shots can prevent severe symptoms and death from Covid-19. However, to maintain high immunity, a booster or third jab is required,” he said.

“Based on this, everybody should get at least two jabs and then a booster when they can.

“There is no need to think about getting a fourth shot just yet. Instead, we should wait until we know more about Covid-19 or until a new generation of vaccines is developed,” he suggested.

He said waiting is the best thing to do since each jab needs to be administered at a suitable interval to allow the vaccine enough time to stimulate immunity.

“Furthermore, getting too many jabs can increase the risk of side effects,” he added.

“There is evidence that recipients of three mRNA vaccines develop myocarditis after the second shot and lymphadenopathy after the third shot, though they had shown no side effects after the first jab.

“If you have already registered for the fourth jab with a private vaccine importer, it is advisable to postpone it for now and wait at least six months after your third jab,” the expert said. “We don’t know what will happen in the future. There could be a new variant of the virus or a new type of vaccine may become available.”

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Published : December 14, 2021

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Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha voiced concern for the two State Railway of Thailand (SRT) staffers and train passenger who were injured from a bomb explosion on Monday.

SRT spokesman Ekarat Sriarayanphong said at around half past noon on Monday, a bomb placed in the tracks exploded and damaged local train No 452 as it was preparing to pull into the Ban Nikhom station in Pattani’s Khok Pho district.

Train No 452 runs from Narathiwat’s Sungai Kolok district to Nakhon Si Thammarat.

The train driver sustained minor injuries in his left arm and neck, while a train mechanic complained of ringing in his ears. A passenger also sustained injuries to her shoulder. All three have been sent to Khok Pho Hospital for treatment.

“The locomotive and damaged carriages have been removed. The blast damaged the engine and some windows. Normality was restored as of 4.15pm on Monday,” Ekarat said.

However, at least 300 passengers were affected by the delay in train service.

Prayut has instructed related agencies to take care of the injured victims and dispatch security officials to patrol the railway and roads in the area to ensure safety.

“All officials have been instructed to exercise caution in tracking down those who may have been behind this attack,” Prayut said on Monday evening.

Meanwhile, Defence Ministry spokesman Lt-General Kongcheep Tantrawanit condemned the attackers and said they may have been insurgents targeting civilians. He also called on all human-rights organisations in Thailand to issue statements censuring the attackers and condemning all acts of violence against civilians.

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Published : December 14, 2021

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Ministry of Public Health reported on Tuesday (December 14) morning that in the past 24 hours there are 2,862 new patients who tested positive for Covid-19, 17 of whom have been found in prisons.

Death toll increased by 37, while 4,818 patients were cured and allowed to leave hospitals.

The country’s total caseload from Covid-19 stands at 2,174,906 – 2,106,144 of whom have recovered, 47,531 are still in hospitals and 21,231 have died.

Separately, another 57,155 people were given their first Covid-19 shot in the last 24 hours, 128,459 their second shot and 65,123 a booster, bringing the total number of Covid-19 vaccine doses administered nationwide to 97,653,854.

According to Worldometer, confirmed cases globally had risen to 271.1 million on Tuesday, 243.75 million of whom have recovered, 22.02 million are active cases (88,882 in severe condition) and 5.33 million have died (up by 4,816).

Thailand ranks 24th in the global list of most cases, which is topped by the US with 51.02 million, followed by India with 34.7 million, Brazil with 22.19 million, the UK with 10.87 million and Russia with 10.05 million.

Published : December 14, 2021

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The Thailand Meteorological Department said on Tuesday (December 14) that the rather strong high-pressure system from China covers upper Thailand. Cool to cold weather and strong wind are likely in the North, the Northeast, the Central and the East with temperature drop by1-3 °C. Mountaintops in the North and the Northeast are cold to very cold. People should take care of their health due to variable weather.

Meanwhile, the strong northeast monsoon prevails across the Gulf and the South, resulting in 2 meters high waves in the Gulf and the Andaman Sea. All ships should proceed with caution. During December 15-17, the active low-pressure cell over the lower South China Sea and Borneo is expected move west to Malaysia and the lower South of Thailand and bring isolated heavy rains in the lower South. People in the lower South should beware of rain accumulation that may cause flash floods and overflows.

The weather forecast for the next 24 hours is as follows:

North: Cool to cold weather; temperature lows of 14-18 degrees and highs of 27-32 degrees Celsius. Temperature on hilltops is likely to drop to 5-13 degrees Celsius.

Northeast: Cool to cold weather with strong wind; temperature lows of 13-18 degrees and highs of 27-30 degrees Celsius. Temperature on hilltops is likely to drop to 8-14 degrees Celsius.

Central: Cool weather with strong wind; temperature lows of 18-20 degrees, highs of 30-32 degrees Celsius.

East: Cool weather with strong wind; temperature lows of 18-22 degrees, highs of 30-32 degrees Celsius; waves 1-2 meters high and 2 meters offshore.

South (east coast): Cool weather with thundershowers in 10 per cent of the areas; temperature lows of 21-25 degrees, highs of 29-30 degrees Celsius; waves 2 meters high.

South (west coast): Partly cloudy with thundershowers in some areas; temperature lows of 22-25 degrees, highs of 31-33 degrees Celsius; waves 1-2 meters high and 2 meters offshore.

Bangkok and surrounding areas: Cool weather with strong wind; temperature lows of 21-23 degrees, highs of 30-32 degrees Celsius.

Source: Thailand Meteorological Department

Published : December 14, 2021

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The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Monday approved the setting up of Test & Go checkpoints at border crossings in Songkhla, Yala, Narathiwat and Satun from mid-January onwards.

However, the exact opening date is still to be set by Thai and Malaysian authorities.

Meanwhile, relevant agencies are working on setting up a system to examine vaccine certificates both in document form and online, testing tourists on the first day of arrival, ensuring all hotels meet the SHA Plus+ standard and all restaurants, transport, mall, etc, meet Covid-Free Setting measures.

Published : December 13, 2021