People warned not to spray ethyl alcohol on food in attempt to kill COVID-19

13 Sept 08:17 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) issued a warning against spraying ethyl alcohol directly onto food, clarifying that it is not suitable for human consumption despite its pathogen-killing properties.
The TFDA highlights that food-grade alcohol, used in minimal amounts in food processing, differs from other grades, and explicitly prohibits using ethyl alcohol to kill germs in food.
Reassuring the public, the TFDA confirms no COVID-19 infections have originated from contaminated food, and the virus is easily destroyed by standard cooking temperatures, such as heating to 56oC for 30 minutes.
Proper sanitation involves using disinfectants like chlorine or 75% alcohol to clean food preparation areas and hard surfaces, not for direct application on food items.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 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.