Summary of road accident statistics on “7 Dangerous Days of New Year 2024” on the fourth day, totaling nearly 200 deaths, with the highest losses found in Bangkok.
His Holiness the Supreme Patriarch Giving a moral for the new year 2024: “A trained mind Bring happiness.”
The Prime Minister wishes a Happy New Year 2024, wishing you will begin the new era with a heart full of happiness.
Dr. Thongchai Keerati Hatthayakorn Director General of the Department of Medical Services Acting Director-General of the Department of Disease Control 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, it was 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 partners have compiled road accident statistics for January 1, 2024, which is the fourth day of the campaign. “Drive safely. Thailand without accidents”
There were 419 accidents, 422 people were injured, and 62 people died. The most common causes of accidents were speeding (39.14 percent), drinking driving (30.55 percent). The vehicles that caused the most accidents were motorcycles (86.51 percent), most of which occurred on straight roads. per 85.44 Department of Highways roads, 39.86 percent, roads in sub-district administrative organizations/villages, 33.17 percent. The time period with the highest number of accidents is from 12:01 a.m. – 1:00 a.m., 10.26 percent.
Highest number of injured and dead 17.36 percent were in the age range of 20 – 29 years. 1,785 main checkpoints were established, with 51,672 personnel working. The provinces with the most accidents were Prachuap Khiri Khan and Songkhla (15 times each province). The province with the highest number of injuries was Prachuap Khiri Khan (22 people). The province with the highest death toll was Bangkok (5 deaths).
Summary of accumulated road accidents during the 4 days of the campaign (29 Dec. ’23 – 1 January ’24). There were a total of 1,570 accidents, a total of 1,574 injured people, and a total of 190 deaths. The province with the highest cumulative accidents was Kanchanaburi (57 times) The province with the highest number of cumulative injuries was Kanchanaburi (56 people). The province with the highest number of cumulative deaths was Bangkok (13 people). The province with no deaths. (Zero deaths) There are 19 provinces.
However, today (January 2, 2024), some people have already arrived in Bangkok and economic zone provinces in various regions. Some are still in the process of returning from their hometowns and traveling to Bangkok. This causes the main road in some areas to have heavy traffic.
The Road Safety Administration Center has therefore coordinated with the provinces to adjust safety guidelines to be consistent with travel and risk factors. with personnel operating at checkpoints and serving the public on main routes, shortcuts, and bypasses. To take care of safety and facilitate traffic flow. along with strict control over risky behavior that is the main cause of accidents. Especially driving fast on straight routes where the driver can continuously use high speeds. In addition, the frequency of inspections of public vehicles and buses, both fixed and non-scheduled, has also been increased. To slow down the car and assess the readiness of the driver. Especially long direct routes where accidents often occur due to drowsiness.
In addition, prepare to help victims. Both medical personnel, hospitals, volunteers, rescue workers are ready to reach the scene of the accident and transport victims quickly.
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 it is expected that the main routes will still have heavy traffic. The Road Safety Administration Center has instructed Sondhi Province to employ volunteers to direct traffic and ensure safety for people along the route. To strictly control accident risk behavior In particular, motorcycle users should wear helmets and not drive in a spirited and dangerous manner. Including inspecting citizens and tourists remaining at various bus stations so that they can return safely.
We would like to request road users to take care of their 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. Strictly follow traffic laws. Take breaks every 1 – 2 hours. Do not force yourself to drive. When you feel drowsy, park your car at various service points. or gas station In order to travel to your destination safely
Finally, if you experience or witness an accident, you can report the incident via the hotline 1784 24 hours a day and Line “Security Department receives incident reports 1784” by adding friends Line ID @1784DDPM to coordinate immediate assistance.
“Uncle Pom” wishes a Happy New Year 2024, wishing the people to experience happiness throughout the year.
Giving out the coordinates of “Wat Kae Chong” to enhance your luck and welcome the Year of the Dragon 2024.
2024-01-02 04:25:00
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