Bangkok Flags Multi-District Rabies Alert

Bangkok Flags Multi-District Rabies Alert

City health officials declared a rabies alert after positive animal cases emerged, urging people to avoid contact with strays and report suspicious behavior. Authorities set a 5-kilometre watch zone centered on Soi Chaloem Prakiat Rama 9 Soi 49 in Prawet and listed affected areas across Prawet, Suan Luang, Lat Krabang, Saphan Sung, Bang Na, Phra Khanong, and Bang Phli (Samut Prakan). The Livestock Office designated an animal-disease outbreak zone from September 9 to October 8. Residents are advised to vaccinate pets and seek immediate medical care after any bite or exposure. Officials published hotline numbers and symptoms to watch for as monitoring continues.