Thailand’s Gulf islands not immune to 3rd wave as infections rise

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Thailand’s 3rd wave of Covid is leaving no stones unturned, as it has recently spread to the Gulf Islands of Koh Samui, Koh Pha Ngan, and Koh Tao. The Ministry of Public Health is reporting 83 new infections as of yesterday, April 16. A local blogger, Samui Info By Nicha’s Facebook page, has also detailed the new infections as the daily numbers are rising.

Thailand's Gulf islands not immune to 3rd wave as infections rise | News by Thaiger

Thailand's Gulf islands not immune to 3rd wave as infections rise | News by Thaiger

The other popular Gulf Islands of Koh Pha Ngan and Koh Tao are reporting 2 and 3 new infections respectively. All of the new infections on those 2 islands have been admitted to Koh Pha Ngan Hospital.

Thailand's Gulf islands not immune to 3rd wave as infections rise | News by Thaiger

The CCSA has placed Surat Thani province in the Orange Zone category, along with the rest of the provinces that are not listed in the Red Zone. Those provinces in the Orange Zones must adhere to nationwide restrictions along with closing restaurants by 11pm.

According to the PR Thai Government’s Facebook page, the nationwide measures are…
• No curfew but reduced travel and movements, particularly at night time from 23.00 hr to 04.00 hr
• No alcohol may be sold or consumed in restaurants
• The closure of all entertainment places, such as pubs and bars
• Any gathering of more than 50 people is prohibited
• All educational institutions will be closed for in-class learning, as well as amusement parks and indoor playgrounds
• All shopping malls must close at 21.00 hr
The Public Health Ministry in Surat Thani has also detailed a timeline of the new infections in Koh Samui. Popular places as The Secret Garden, Karma Beach Resort, Treehouse Restaurant, FitKoh gym, and The Shack, have seen visitors test positive for the Covid-19 virus. Details from the Public Health Ministry are below in Thai language.

Thailand's Gulf islands not immune to 3rd wave as infections rise | News by Thaiger

Meanwhile, despite Koh Samui planning on following Phuket’s Sandbox July reopening model, it looks like any reopening plans are being delayed due to the 3rd wave that has hit nationwide. Authorities say the 3rd wave’s epicentre is that of Bangkok’s nightlife venues, which have seen visitors to those areas spread the virus throughout the Kingdom.

Now, the health service is setting up emergency covid beds, a total of 90 in Surat Thani, 40 Samui and 50 Pha Ngan.

SOURCE: PR Surat Facebook/Samui Info By Nicha Facebook

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