Medical expert sees worst case scenario if “stay at home” directive ignored

13 Sept 10:52 Key points summarised by AI

Professor Dr. Prasit Wattanapa warns Thailand faces a dire COVID-19 surge, potentially reaching over 350,000 infections and 7,000 fatalities by April 15th, if citizens disregard "stay at home" orders.
He highlights Thailand's current infection rate (100-200 new cases in 3.5 days) places it on a trajectory similar to countries where the virus is out of control, contrasting with nations that managed containment.
Ignoring directives could lead to a 33% daily infection jump, overwhelming the healthcare system and forcing doctors to make critical life-or-death decisions, mirroring Italy's crisis.
Conversely, strict adherence to "stay at home" measures could limit infections to around 24,000 by April 15th, keeping the situation manageable for hospitals and significantly reducing fatalities.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Today 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.