The authorities of these countries urge the population to use personal protective equipment, in particular, masks. This is reported by TASS with reference to Nikkei Asia.
According to available data, 53,500 cases of Covid-19 infection were recorded in Thailand from May 18 to May 24. Prior to that, 187,000 people were reported infected from January to mid-May.
The outbreak has particularly affected the capital, Bangkok. This is due to the holding of the Songkran festival in April, which is the Thai New Year. Water pistol battles are traditionally held during the festival.
Since mid-May, disinfectants have been sprayed on the premises of schools in the capital, and some educational institutions have switched to distance learning.
The Thai government said that government agencies are monitoring the availability of a sufficient number of protective masks, disposable tests and hand sanitizers at affordable prices. eadaily.com.
