Coronavirus is a disease caused by the COVID-19 virus. The first cases of infection were reported in China in December 2019. Cases of infection are observed in more than 50 countries around the world.
How many cases of coronavirus in Phuket?
On February 24, the media reported that 35 cases of coronavirus infection were registered in Thailand. 26 patients are citizens of the People's Republic of China, 9 are residents of the kingdom. For this period, 17 people have already been discharged from hospitals. There were no deaths in February. For 6 days, the number of infected has increased. On March 1, 41 coronavirus infections were registered in Thailand. 19 patients are under observation in medical institutions.
As of March 19, 202 cases of coronavirus infection have been reported in Thailand. The Deputy Head of the Department of Epidemiological Control under the Ministry of Health of Thailand, Kajongsak Kaujaprpat, held a press conference in Phuket. On it, the representative does not mention the first case of infection, which was registered on February 3.
In the daily report on the fortieth day of nationwide monitoring, a hospitalization of a resident of the People's Republic of China was provided. The document indicated that a total of 33 people were infected with the coronavirus in Phuket. The report was published on the website of the Bangkok city government, but was deleted after a short period of time.
Where in Phuket did you get coronavirus?
The Chinese virus in Phuket was registered in villas located on the coast. According to the reviews of vacationers, people who sneeze and cough go without masks in this area. Vacationers on sun loungers drink cocktails through tubes that are passed through medical masks. Eyewitnesses claim that those who died from the coronavirus are burned on funeral pyres. But, the Thai authorities refute this information.
The situation with the coronavirus in Phuket led to the fact that all the tourists returned home, so the beaches were empty. There is a stampede at the airport due to the panic of people who are trying to return home as soon as possible. This situation increases the risk of spreading coronavirus. At airports at passport control, you have to queue for several hours. There is no exact information about the location of the spread of coronavirus in Phuket.
A resident of Perm, who was vacationing in Phuket, spoke about the current situation in this area. She says the locals very rarely wear masks. On the ferry, which carries passengers between the islands of Phuket and Phi Phi, body temperature is also measured, and signs of the disease are also determined.
Can I travel to Phuket due to the coronavirus?
The situation with coronavirus in Phuket has stabilized today. Most of the tourists left the country. In Thailand, including in Phuket, a large-scale preventive campaign is being carried out to combat the spread of coronavirus. Round-the-clock screening of passengers at airports is carried out thanks to the installation of infrared thermal cameras. All actions are aimed at strengthening sanitary and hygienic observations.
Public transport, major tourist attractions, shopping centers and hotels are undergoing additional cleaning and disinfection to protect staff and visitors from coronavirus infection. The work of attractions, department stores, restaurants, shops, museums, tourist places is carried out in accordance with the standard schedule. Cancellation of conferences, sports competitions, public events, exhibitions is not planned by the authorities.
Tourists are being advised to take safety precautions, the Tourist Administration said. After arriving in Phuket, they should avoid being in crowded places. The country's authorities are advised to completely avoid contact with animals. If people have symptoms of acute respiratory diseases, then you should refuse to communicate with them. If necessary, wear a mask when communicating.
Doctors recommend paying attention to immunity. A person should adhere to a sleep and wakefulness regimen, regularly monitor body temperature, and wash hands frequently with soap and water. When the first signs of colds appear, a person should seek help from a doctor. If the tourist strictly observes all of the above rules, then he can plan a trip to Phuket.
How to cancel a ticket?
The authorities of many countries do not recommend leaving the territory of the state. That is why it is best to refuse a trip to Thailand. To cancel the tour and return the money, you must fill out an application that indicates the reason for the refusal. The situation with coronavirus in the world is quite tense, so most travel agencies consider applications and return the full amount of money for the tour.
The application must be written in two copies. The travel agency manager puts a date, signature and stamp on them. If the travel company refuses to return the money, then you need to file a lawsuit.
Coronavirus in Phuket has been reported repeatedly. Despite this, all hotels, attractions and shops are open. That is why it is not recommended to visit Thailand until the end of quarantine.