Safety measures ramped up before CNYThe government has instructed local authorities across the country to ramp up safety measures ahead of the Lunar New Year festival, with a focus on preventing fires, reducing traffic accidents and curbing air pollution. Some communities have also organised firework displays, which increases both the risk of fires and air pollution, she said, adding seasonal conditions further raise the risk of fires. Community areas, businesses, buildings, transport routes and festival venues, including riverside locations, piers and passenger boats, must be checked for safety, and any threat to safety must be addressed immediately, she said. Ms Aiyarin urged event organisers to set clear safety standards and exercise caution when arranging activities involving fireworks, firecrackers and other special effects, especially indoors. Meanwhile, Pol Lt Gen Chaipot Suwanrak, deputy spokesman of the Royal Thai Police, said deputy national police chief Thatchai Pitaneelaboot has instructed police nationwide to ramp up security measures and crime prevention measures throughout the period.

Source: Bangkok Post February 15, 2026 23:09 UTC