Statistics for the dangerous 7-day period of Songkran 2023 reveal that on the second day alone, there were 339 accidents, 36 deaths, and speeding was the primary cause. The total death toll exceeded 50.
Mr. Boontham Lertsukeekasem, Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (PACC), Secretary of the Road Safety Directing Center (ADP), chaired the ad hoc sub-committee meeting of the Center for Prevention and Reduction of Road Accidents, where they compiled road accident statistics as of April 12, 2023.
The NCD has opened a strict control center for the 7 dangerous days of Songkran, hoping to reduce road accidents. More than 60,000 people have headed to their homeland during Songkran, and the second day of the campaign, “New way of life drive safely,” saw 339 accidents, resulting in 36 deaths and 330 injuries. Driving too fast was the leading cause of the accidents, followed by cutting in front. The highest number of accidents involved motorcycles, occurring mostly on SAO/Village and Department of Highways roads. The time when the accidents occurred the most was during 19.01-20.00 hrs.
The province with the highest number of accidents was Surat Thani, while the province with the highest number of injuries was Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani. Bangkok had the highest number of deaths.
A total of 56,566 people were prosecuted, with 17,371 of them not having a driver’s license, and 16,968 of them not wearing helmets. The cumulative road accident statistics for the first two days resulted in a total of 618 accidents, 63 deaths, and 618 injuries, with Bangkok having the highest cumulative number.
It was found that the main cause of injuries and deaths is not wearing a helmet, followed by driving too fast. As most people have already reached their destination and areas are hosting Songkran water festivals and celebrations with alcoholic beverages, there is a high risk of road accidents.
CCA instructed the province to coordinate with police officers to enforce traffic laws continuously and use mechanisms at the local level to implement intensive social measures in road safety. Checkpoints will monitor drivers with risky drinking and driving behavior, and pickups carrying people swimming. The sale of alcoholic beverages will also be tightly regulated.
In conclusion, it is advised that people pay attention to safety when using the road, including playing Songkran water safely. The Thai people are invited to join together to continue the Thai culture during the Songkran Festival 2023 by reporting any accidents witnessed via the 1784 safety hotline or report the incident via Line.
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Statistics 7 Dangerous Days “Songkran 2023” On the second day, there were 339 accidents, 36 deaths, the main cause of speeding. Total cumulative death toll of more than half a hundred
Mr. Boontham Lertsukeekasem, Director-General of the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (PACC), Secretary of the Road Safety Directing Center (ADP), as chairman of the ad hoc sub-committee meeting of the Center for Prevention and Reduction of Road Accidents throughout the year. Revealed that the Center for Prevention and Reduction of Road Accidents during Songkran Festival 2023 by the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation And the cooperation of network partners has compiled road accident statistics as of April 12, 2023.
NCD opens strict control center for 7 dangerous days during Songkran Hope to reduce road accidents
“Preparing to get back home” following more than 60,000 people heading to their homeland during Songkran
which is the second day of the campaign “New way of life drive safely There were 339 accidents, resulting in 36 deaths and 330 injuries.
The cause of the highest accidents was driving too fast 41.30%, cutting in front 22.12%. The vehicles with the highest number of accidents were motorcycles 83.97%, most of them occurred on the roads. SAO/Village 37.17%, Department of Highways 36.28%, 81.42% at the scene of the accident, the time when the accident was the highest during 19.01 – 20.00 hrs. 11.75% of the injured and fatalities were in the age range. 20 – 29 years old, 19.13%. The province with the highest number of accidents is Surat Thani (14 times). The province with the highest number of injuries is Nakhon Si Thammarat. and Surat Thani (14 people per province), the province with the highest number of deaths was Bangkok (6 people).
A total of 56,566 people have been prosecuted, 17,371 of them not having a driver’s license, 16,968 of them not wearing helmets.
Accumulated road accident statistics for 2 days (11 – 12 April 2023) resulted in a total of 618 accidents, 63 deaths and 618 injuries. The highest cumulative number was Bangkok (7 people) and the province with the highest cumulative injuries was Chiang Mai (27 people).
Mr Buntham said that from collecting data on road accidents in the past 2 days, it was found that the risk behavior that caused the most injuries and deaths was not wearing a helmet, 57.71 percent, followed by driving too fast. set 18.36 percent, together with today being the first day of the Songkran holiday which most of the people have already reached their destination Many areas also host Songkran water festivals and celebrations with alcoholic beverages. It is expected that the use of secondary roads, especially the main road connection between the district, Sub-district Administrative Organization and the village. causing a high risk of road accidents
CCA has instructed the province to coordinate with police officers to enforce traffic laws continuously. Focus on taking care of the venue tourist area Songkran water play area and routes around the zoning area specially as well as using mechanisms at the local level to implement intensive social measures in road safety. Intensify the operation of community checkpoints, checkpoints and extraction points in the community/village. To monitor drivers with risky drinking and driving behavior and speeding Especially the group of motorcyclists playing in the water who do not wear helmets. and pickup trucks carrying people swimming as well as strictly enforcing the sale of alcoholic beverages in accordance with the conditions stipulated by law To reduce the risk factors that lead to accidents, especially at the risk of frequent accidents.
Today, many areas have organized fun activities to play Songkran water. Therefore, I would like to remind people to pay attention to safety when using the road. including playing Songkran water safely And invites people to join together to continue Thai culture in the Songkran Festival 2023 according to the concept of “continuing the Thai way of Songkran, joining hearts to the world” so that this year’s Thai New Year will be happy and safe for people who have encountered or witnessed an accident. You can report the incident via the 1784 safety hotline or report the incident via Line. “Security security receives incident report 1784” by adding friends Line ID @1784DDPM to coordinate further assistance.
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In conclusion, the statistics from the first two days of Songkran Festival 2023 have shown a worrying trend of road accidents, injuries, and deaths. The main causes of these accidents were speeding and cutting in front, and motorcycles were the most common vehicles involved. The authorities have taken strict measures to control the situation, including setting up intensive social measures and enforcing traffic laws. We urge everyone to prioritize safety while driving and participating in Songkran activities and to report any accidents or incidents promptly for further assistance. Let us continue to celebrate Thai culture and traditions while maintaining a safe and responsible attitude on the roads.
