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[Froggy]

Emergency decree extended
Bangkok Post PUBLISHED : 27 APR 2020 AT 13:05

The area around the Grand Place was already quiet on Wednesday night, even before the night curfew started at 10pm. (Photo by Arnun Chonmahatrakool)

The Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) on Monday decided to extend the Emergency Decree for another month after it expires on April 30.

CCSA spokesman Taweesilp Visanuyothin said on Monday the decree will be extended to the end of May.
The reason is concern about the return of the virus, with the centre still battling to stop it spreading any further.

The decision means the night curfew from 10pm-4am will continue, no social gatherings allowed and only limited inter-provincial travel, among other restrictions, Dr Taweesilp said.
The meeting was chaired by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and brought together all agencies to discuss the impact of the decree.

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The National Security Council told the meeting that it surveyed public opinion, and it favoured the extension of the decree, Dr Taweelsilp said. He gave no other details of the survey.

What about that fucking alcohol sales ban @yinyang? I more interested in that!

 

[yinyang]

What about that fucking alcohol sales ban @yinyang? I more interested in that!

Thought you had already hoarded stuff. And even tried home brew lao khao

 

[yinyang]

Option of lifting some restrictions considered
National
Apr 27. 2020

By The Nation

The authorities are mulling the option of relaxing some restrictions for certain businesses, Dr Taweesin Visanuyothin, spokesperson for the government’s Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration, said on Monday (April 27).

The relaxation of the measures will be divided into four levels, 25 percent to 100 percent, with the situation reviewed every 14 days. For instance, if 100 percent of the restrictions are lifted in an area and new confirmed cases are found within 14 days, the restrictions will return.

Also, even if the restrictions are completely lifted, four measures will still be in place: control on international arrivals; 10pm to 4am curfew; ban or restricted interprovincial travel; and prohibition on social gatherings.

The Public Health Ministry, meanwhile, has come up with three scenarios:

1. Best: Where strict control on transportation is applied and new infections maintained at between 15 and 30 daily (current stage);

2. Controlled: Low-risk businesses are allowed to reopen and some international travel allowed, resulting in 40 to 70 new infections daily (bringing the total confirmed cases to around 4,661 in June which is acceptable);

3. Outbreak: No measures in place for both domestic and international travel resulting in uncontrolled transmissions with 500 to 2,000 new cases found daily (bringing the total number of confirmed cases to around 45,596 by June or July).

Separately, the private sector has suggested that business should be assessed and split into four levels depending on the risk, namely white, green, yellow and red. They also suggested that 50-per-cent of employees should be allowed to return to office while the rest should continue working from home.

 

[yinyang]

What about that fucking alcohol sales ban @yinyang? I more interested in that!

Did you lobby loong Prayut here?

Booze industry urges govt to lift prohibition
National
Apr 27. 2020

THE NATION

Alcohol-industry organisations have asked the prime minister to lift the ban on selling alcohol, imposed as part of measures to curb the spread of Covid-19. The request came in a proposal from seven organisations – led by the Thai Fruit Wine and Local Spirit Producer Association, Thailand Bartender Association, and Thai Wine Association – to ease alcohol-related restrictions.

The alcohol associations asked the government not to prolong the prohibition on sales beyond April 30, and allow beer and liquor to be sold via take-away and delivery services.

They also asked the government to ease the tax burden and help manage the destruction of spoiled liquor amid the Covid-19 crisis, when entertainment venues have been closed.

Meanwhile the associations want the government to lift the ban on the wholesale trade of alcohol, which they said is preventing producers from transporting their products to retailers where stocks can be safely stored in refrigerated conditions.

They also asked authorities to inform them in advance before announcing future alcohol-related orders.

The Excise Department has collected Bt132.236 billion in tax on alcohol so far this year, including Bt70.090 billion from beer and Bt62.146 billion from liquor.

 

[Froggy]

Was bored yesterday, Sunday. So decided to make myself some chee cheong fan for breakfast. Love it.

Left is plain, right is with egg

At the back is the steamer

Actually love the plain one more

 

[Froggy]

Here you go, briefly the process

 

[Froggy]

Did you lobby loong Prayut here?

How about this my friend

 

[Froggy]

My brunch yesterday

 

[yinyang]

Thailand logs 7 new Covid cases, 2 deaths Tuesday
Bangkok Post PUBLISHED : 28 APR 2020 AT 11:45

A vendor sells plastic face shields as protection against Covid-19 coronavirus at a stall in Bangkok on Monday. (AFP photo)

The government on Tuesday reported seven new coronavirus cases and two additional deaths, bringing the totals in Thailand to 2,938 infected and 54 deceased.
The number of confirmed new infections marks the second consecutive day of single-digit increases after the nine new cases recorded on Monday.
Since testing has been limited, the actual number of infections may be much higher.

As the death toll rose to 54, Dr Taweesilp Visanuyothin, spokesman for the government’s Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration, elaborated that the 53rd death was a Thai business man, aged 52, who had attended a seminar that included a previously infected participant.
On March 19 he developed a fever and body pain. On March 21, he sought treatment at a private hospital in Bangkok and tested positive for Covid-19.

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On March 24 the patient developed a fever of 38.2°C and nausea. A second test confirmed his infection.

On March 30, his condition worsened as his lungs ruptured and he was placed on a ventilator. He died on Monday of respiratory and renal failure.
The 54th death was a Thai woman aged 63 who ran a restaurant, worked as its cashier and had obesity. Her husband and a younger relative were earlier infected with the disease.
She went to a clinic on March 24 after developing a fever and feeling dizzy. On April 1 she went to a hospital in Phuket province with a fever, shortness of breath and fatigue. She tested positive for Covid-19.
Her condition later worsened and she was placed on a ventilator. She died on Monday of pneumonia and respiratory failure.
“Please take precautions and keep in mind that everyone has a chance of becoming infected,” Dr Taweesilp said.

Screenshot from https://covid19.ddc.moph.go.th/en

Turning his attention to the number of new infections, the spokesman said it was the second consecutive day of single-digit increases.
“Not so many countries in this world have seen such a low number," he said. "But please keep your distance from one another and take care of yourself. Do not lower your guard. The seven new cases today resulted from what you did 7-14 days ago. What you do today will show its result in the next 7-14 days. Please be consistent.”

The seven new cases included five people who were in close contact with previous patients. Three of them were in Phuket and one each in Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima.
The other new cases were a visitor to a crowded place in Bangkok and a Chinese national, also in Bangkok, whose case was under investigation.
Of 2,938 accumulated cases, 2,652 people have recovered, including 43 over the past 24 hours.
The accumulated cases were recorded in 68 provinces. Nine provinces remained free of confirmed infections and 13 provinces had no new cases in the past 28 days.

• Government map of coronavirus cases across Thailand

Screenshot from https://covid19.ddc.moph.go.th/en

 

[Froggy]

https://thethaiger.com/coronavirus/what-does-the-extension-of-the-emergency-decree-mean

What does the extension of the Emergency Decree mean?

The Covid-19 Centre for Situation Administration announced today that the Emergency Decree for Thailand will be extended, although it technically will not be official until announced in official channels. The announcement has caused many to believe the extension means that nearly all businesses must remain closed and all current restrictions, such as closures of public spaces and beaches, will not be lifted for another month. This is not the case

The Emergency Decree mainly allows PM Prayut Chan-o-cha and the CCSA to control and manage the national situation, and help stop the spread, or even a second wave, of Covid-19. But restrictions in place can, and in some cases have, already been eased or strengthened, as the order allows for fluidity based on the overall situation. Many orders and restrictions, like the sale of alcohol, are at the discretion of provincial governors. Without the Emergency Decree, restrictions can’t be applied (or removed) quickly and easily on a national level.

Dr. Taweesilp Visanuyothin, spokesman for the CCSA, told the Thai press this afternoon that that the national curfew will very likely remain. Bans on international flights, except for repatriated Thai citizens and a few other exceptions, have now been extended to the end of May. Some domestic travel restrictions will remain. Social and mass gatherings will still be banned.

But Tawesilp says the administration will be looking in depth at reopening businesses and easing restrictions, based on a colour coded scale of guidelines, gradually throughout May. Businesses will have to adhere to new health rules and guidelines once opened. These could include the compulsory wearing of face masks in stores, limits to the numbers of people in stores and no special incentives that may create too many customers at one time.

Provincial governors also have significant freedom in making decisions about openings for their districts and areas, as much of easing local business measures will be “guidelines” and open to local interpretations. In Chon Buri, for instance, based on the Governor’s discretion, hair salons (a red item on the national chart for opening) have been re-opened for with no problems reported.

Orders such as beach and park closures, alcohol bans etc. will be based on the decisions of provincial governors and will likely be announced this week.

SOURCE: The Pattaya News

 

[melzp]

Thought you had already hoarded stuff. And even tried home brew lao khao

Prayut still waiting for donations from major breweries.

 

[melzp]

My brunch yesterday

for health sake is better nor to use plastic ladle, Frog.

 

[Froggy]

for health sake is better nor to use plastic ladle, Frog.

Silicone, it’s safe and suitable for high temp

 

[yinyang]

Froggy can soon have his haircut (but no specials) and sit down at restaurants

City Hall lists places for reopening
Bangkok Post PUBLISHED : 28 APR 2020 AT 14:58

This and other fast food restaurants were closed in Bangkok to help combat Covid-19. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration plans to permit the reopening of restaurants and other places, with strict conditions. (Photo: Wichan Charoenkiatpakul)

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration plans to reopen restaurants, markets, exercise venues, parks, hairdressers, clinics, animal hospitals and grooming parlours, golf courses and driving ranges.

Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang said on Tuesday the city's current lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 was set to expire at midnight on Thursday.
The BMA had informed the government of its plan to reopen venues in eight categories, with strict conditions to ensure disease control. The communicable disease committee would make a decision on Wednesday.

He said restaurants would have to seat customers 1.5 metres apart, comply with opening hours as restricted by the emergency decree, and not sell alcoholic beverages.
Markets and flea markets would be allowed to sell their usual goods.

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Sports and exercise facilities would be opened for activities that do not require people to gather closely - such as walking, running, badminton, tennis and table tennis. Sports that require teams, or players in close contact, would continue to be suspended. They included football, softball, volleyball and basketball, and also fitness classes.

Parks would reopen, but visitors would be prohibited from forming groups.

Barbers and hairdressers could provide only hair washing, cutting and drying, and must stop for cleaning every two hours. Customers would not be allowed to wait at the shops, and would have to make appointments. Staff would be required to wear face masks and face shields.

Pet grooming shops and pet hospitals would reopen, but a customer could bring only one pet at a time. The premises would have to close for cleaning every two hours.

Health clinics would reopen, but beauty clinics would remain closed. Golf courses and driving ranges would reopen.

Before entering such places, customers must have their body temperature checked, wear a face mask, clean their hands with soap or alcohol, and stay 1.5-2 metres apart from each other, the Bangkok governor said.

He did not specify a reopening date, but officials expected it would be Friday.
Mr Aswin said he would wait for the government's decision on whether to lift the ban on sales of alcoholic beverages.

 

[Froggy]

Froggy can soon have his haircut (but no specials) and sit down at restaurants

I already doing all these with or without lockdown

 

[Froggy]

Health clinics would reopen, but beauty clinics would remain closed. Golf courses and driving ranges would reopen.

@yinyang kindly help me clarify this point can? This is a matter of utmost importance.

 

[yinyang]

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[yinyang]

@yinyang kindly help me clarify this point can? This is a matter of utmost importance.

Err.. "health clinics" broadly covers your arb nuat places (in our books). Health of your family jewels being neglected past month, needs TLC and servicing to keep same in tip top condition

Psst, when in doubt can always call house call service

 

[Froggy]

Fry noodles for breakfast yesterday

 

[melzp]

To each his own.....I would always separate noodle n veg n even with meat into sep hot boil water for cleansing first.
Add egg would b better, lastly. Nevertheless, yummy.