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Stay home or face lockdown – supreme commander
24 Sept 09:46 Key points summarised by AI
- Supreme Commander Gen. Pornpipat Benyasri issued a stern warning, urging Thais to strictly stay home and practice social distancing to avert a full national lockdown amidst the coronavirus threat.
- Thailand initiated a state of emergency, deploying 357 checkpoints nationwide to restrict non-essential travel and enforce strict health screenings, including mandatory masks and temperature checks.
- Authorities appealed to businesses for staggered work schedules and work-from-home policies, emphasizing that public compliance in the coming days is crucial to avoid stricter measures like a curfew or full lockdown.
- Violators of the emergency decree, such as gathering in public or resisting health protocols, face legal action including significant fines and potential jail time.
