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'World’s largest water fight': 191 killed in 3 days of Thailand’s Songkran festival

Thailand's Songkran festival, known for its water fights, has seen a tragic start with at least 191 road accident fatalities in the first three days. Speeding and drunk driving were the primary causes, despite government safety efforts. This surge highlights the ongoing road safety challenges during the "seven dangerous days"…

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Songkran could feature a soaking from the skies

More tropical storms are forecast during the coming Songkran festival, particularly in upper Thailand, where strong winds, thunderstorms and hail are expected between April 12 and 14.

Bangkok Post

Month-long Songkran plan criticised

The National Soft Power Development Committee has clarified its idea of staging the Songkran festival for the whole month of April, saying the water-splashing festivities will be held on April 13-15 as usual, following criticism of the plan.

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Songkran road accidents top 2,000

During the first six days of Songkran festival travel there were 2,008 traffic accidents, an increase on last year's more subdued celebrations and with more casualties, but road deaths are down, according to the Interior Ministry.

Bangkok Post

Songkran road accidents claim nearly 200 lives

During the first five days of Songkran festival travel, traffic accidents killed 197 people and injured 1,738 others, according to the Interior Ministry.

Bangkok Post

'Seven days' not enough

The "seven dangerous days" campaign to reduce road accidents during the Songkran festival was officially launched on Wednesday, albeit without the usual fanfare and widespread publicity befitting the first fully-fledged Songkran in three years after the pandemic-induced hiatus.

Bangkok Post

Thailand hopes for major splash in tourism during Songkran

Hordes of revelers tote colorful water guns as Thailand kicks off its exuberant three-day Songkran festival at full blast for the first time since 2019, hoping for a significant boost in tourism after the industry was devastated by coronavirus travel restrictions

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Festival set to sizzle this year

Amid expectations of a livelier retail atmosphere this year than last, retail and wholesale operators in major regions of the country are working hard to plan various activities to stimulate spending during this year's Songkran festival.

Bangkok Post

Silom road won't be closed for Songkran

Silom road in Bang Rak district will not be closed for this year's Songkran Festival but people will still be free to splash water and indulge in other fun-filled activities as usual, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

Over 5m people set to travel over Songkran

Some 5.1 million people are expected to travel during this year's Songkran Festival, generating over 23 billion baht in revenue -- a significant increase from last year's figures.

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Over 5m people set to travel over Songkran holiday period

Some 5.1 million people are expected to travel during this year's Songkran Festival, generating over 23 billion baht in revenue -- a 26.3% increase from last year's figures.

Bangkok Post

BMA to list 35 Songkran alcohol-free areas

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will name 35 alcohol-free locations to curb the number of accidents and deaths during the upcoming Songkran Festival.

Bangkok Post

Songkran spending to surge to B125bn

Spending sentiment for the upcoming Songkran festival is expected to be lively as people have been hesitant for many months, but the country's economy is showing signs of recovery, driven by rapidly reviving tourism.

Bangkok Post

Suvarnabhumi passengers up 120% during Songkran

The number of air travellers using Suvarnabhumi airport more than doubled during the Songkran festival, an official said.

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Ministry bracing for post-Songkran Covid-19 spike

The Public Health Ministry is reportedly stockpiling medical supplies to ensure the country's readiness to handle rising Covid-19 cases after the Songkran festival.

Bangkok Post

Thousands of drivers put on probation

A total of 7,925 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence or reckless driving during the "seven dangerous days" of the Songkran Festival and placed on probation by the courts, Department of Probation director-general Witthawal Sunthornkachit said on Monday.

Bangkok Post

Songkran travel claims 278 lives on roads

There were 1,917 traffic accidents, which claimed 278 lives and injured 1,869 people, during the seven days of the government's road safety campaign for the Songkran festival. according to official figures.

Bangkok Post

28 killed, 246 injured in 241 road accidents on Saturday

Twenty-eight people were killed and 246 injured in 241 road accidents throughout the country on Saturday, the sixth of the so-called "seven dangerous days" which runs from April 11-17 during the Songkran Festival, the government said.

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Phuket scoops B3bn in Songkran tourist cash

The Songkran festival in Phuket made more than 3 billion baht in revenue from tourist spending, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).

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47 killed, 292 injured in Songkran road accidents Tuesday

A total of 301 road accidents occurred nationwide on Tuesday, the second of the so-called "seven dangerous days" around the Songkran Festival, causing 47 deaths and 292 injuries.

Bangkok Post

Intense heat, thunderstorms for Songkran

Revellers can expect hot weather during the Songkran festival followed by gusty winds and thunderstorms, the Meteorological Department has warned.

Bangkok Post

47 killed, 292 injured in Songkran road accidents on Tuesday - govt

A total of 301 road accidents occurred nationwide on Tuesday, the second of the so-called "seven dangerous days" around the Songkran Festival, causing 47 deaths and 292 injuries, according to government data that probably understates the true death toll.

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Intense heat, then thunderstorms forecast for Songkran

Revellers can expect hot weather during the Songkran festival followed by gusty winds and thunderstorms, the Meteorological Department has warned.

Bangkok Post

Pressure builds to reopen

The desperate need to get the economy back on track is leaving the government no choice but to work toward a full-scale reopening of the country amid lingering fear of a post-Songkran festival spike in Covid-19 cases, according to experts.

Bangkok Post

26 killed, 238 injured on first day of Songkran travel

Twenty-six people were killed and 238 injured in 237 accidents on Monday, the first of the "seven deadly days" of the Songkran festival, with speeding the biggest single cause of accidents, interior deputy permanent secretary Nirat Pongsithithavorn said on Tuesday.

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