Thailand orders all train passengers to wear masks amid COVID-19 outbreak

APD NEWS

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Effective from Wednesday, all commuters using all rail systems, including the sky train and underground trains, are required to wear masks, according to the website of the Thai Ministry of Transport on Wednesday.

It also said that face masks will be available for sale at entrances to train stations for those who need them.

The ministry said the measure announced is in compliance with the Ministry of Public Health's guideline on prevention of transmission of the COVID-19.

However, train passengers are also required to maintain space while in the train and passengers must have their temperature taken at station entrances. The measure applies to all rail services.

The Ministry of Public Health on Wednesday announced 107 new cases of the COVID-19, tallying a total of 934 cases.

The ministry said 860 cases are under treatment, 70 have recovered and been discharged, and there have been four deaths.