The Ministry of Education emphasizes strict supervision of risky behaviors of speeding, drinking and driving, and not using safety equipment. Ready to strictly enforce the law To take care of the safety of people traveling
On January 3, 2024 at the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DPWH), Mr. Shakri Bamrungwong, economic advisor for land transport Ministry of Transport along with Mr. Chaiyawat Junthirapong, Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation and representatives of relevant agencies Announcement summarizing the statistics of road accidents during the 2024 New Year festival as of January 2, 2024, there were 266 accidents, 284 people injured, and 21 deaths. Summary of accumulated road accidents during the 5 days of the campaign (29 Dec. 2023 – 2 Jan. 2024) There were a total of 1,839 accidents, a total of 1,860 injuries, and a total of 212 deaths. The province had no deaths. (Zero deaths) There are 17 provinces in which the CPDC has emphasized strict supervision of risky behavior that may cause road accidents. Especially driving fast, drinking and driving, and not using safety equipment. and emphasize that relevant agencies strictly enforce the law. along with advising drivers to follow traffic rules In order to travel to your destination safely
Mr. Shakri Bamrungwong, economic advisor for land transport Ministry of Transport As chairman of the press conference summarizing the results of the operations of the Center for the Prevention and Reduction of Road Accidents during the New Year Festival 2024, he revealed that the Center for the Prevention and Reduction of Road Accidents during the New Year Festival 2024 by the Department of Prevention and disaster relief and cooperation of network partner agencies Road accident statistics have been compiled for 2 January 2024, the fifth day of the campaign. “Drive safely “Thailand without Accidents” had 266 accidents, 284 people were injured, and 21 people died. The causes of the highest number of accidents were speeding (40.6 percent), cutting too close in front (23.31), and drinking and driving (14.29 percent). The vehicles that caused the most accidents were motorcycles, 100. 87.01 each, most of them occurring on straight routes, 86.09 percent, Department of Highways roads, 46.24 percent, roads in Subdistrict Administrative Organizations/Villages, 32.71 percent. The highest accident period included the period 4:01-5:00 p.m., with 8.65 percent of the highest number of injuries and deaths. In the age range of 30-39 years, 19.67 percent, 1,792 main checkpoints established, 51,553 personnel working. The provinces with the highest number of accidents were Kanchanaburi and Songkhla provinces (12 times each province). The provinces with the highest number of injuries were: Kanchanaburi (17 people). The province with the highest death toll is Songkhla Province (3 people). Summary of accumulated road accidents during the 5 days of the campaign (29 Dec. 2023 – 2 Jan. 24). There were accidents. Total 1,839 times, total injuries 1,860 people, total deaths 212 people. The province with the highest number of accumulated accidents is Kanchanaburi Province (69 times). The province with the highest number of accumulated injuries is Kanchanaburi Province (73 people). The province with the highest number of accumulated deaths is Kanchanaburi Province (73 people). The highest was Bangkok (15 cases), the province with no deaths. (Zero deaths) There are 17 provinces.
While Mr. Shakri Bamrungwong said that in order to facilitate the people in traveling To arrive at your destination safely. Road Safety Administration Center Has coordinated for each province and Bangkok. Implement various measures strictly and strictly enforce the law. By tightening risky behavior Especially driving faster than the legal limit. Due to the collection of road accident statistics in the past 5 days, it was found that Speeding remains the leading cause of accidents. In addition, officials are asked to inspect and provide convenience to citizens and tourists. that are still stuck in bus stations and train stations To be able to travel back safely For tourists who are still traveling in various areas. Ask establishments that provide car rental services to tourists. Especially foreign tourists Verify the possession of a driver's license before providing services. Including asking relevant agencies to help publicize foreigners both traveling and working in Thailand. Please request permission to have a driver's license if necessary to drive a vehicle.
Mr. Chaiwat Junthirapong, Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DPWD), as secretary of the Road Safety Administration Center, revealed that today there is still travel into Bangkok and major economic areas. It is expected that the main routes will have more fluid traffic conditions. Makes the driver use high speed when driving. The Road Safety Center (Road Safety Center) has therefore coordinated with provinces and related agencies to take care of safety. and continuously provide convenience to the people along the route By strictly controlling drivers who have risky behavior. Including speeding, drinking and driving, not using safety equipment. including evaluating the readiness of drivers To prevent accidents from fast driving and drowsy driving. In addition, inspect and strictly enforce the law against stores that sell alcoholic beverages to youths under 20 years of age, which is a source of risk factors for road accidents from drinking and driving among youths. We would like to leave this to motorists. Use the road to take care of your physical condition and be ready to drive. And check the condition of the car to make sure it's safe before leaving. Do not drive fast. Follow traffic laws strictly. In order to travel to your destination safely Finally, if you encounter or witness an accident, you can report the incident via the 1784 hotline 24 hours a day and Line “Security Department receives incident reports 1784” by adding friends Line ID @1784DDPM to coordinate immediate assistance.
