masuk Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 The UK Guardian has just printed a report on the tragedy of Thailand, where so many refuse to wear helmets while riding a motor bike. That's 11,000 killed last year, 70% of the total traffic accidents here. My goodness me. Thailand is now the most dangerous country anywhere to ride a motorbike. It is estimated that 25% of riders do not use a helmet; i would venture to say that it's nearer 50% in the north, and whole families tootle around, helmet-less. I was once told that you did not need a helmet after 9pm. The reason being that the police were not around. Now that's convoluted thinking! The concrete/asphalt does not soften after 9pm. "Big mistake. Thailand ranks worst in the world for motorbike and two-wheeler casualties, with more than 11,000 motorbike drivers or passengers dying annually. Official statistics suggest such incidents account for 70% of the country's road fatalities." The Guardian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pond Life Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 11,000 Darwin award winners, congratulations people, keep up the good work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galong Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 My favorite local safety feature is the wicker chair, which I refer to as an air-bag bracket. Geez, in my homeland you'd be thrown under the jail if you put your kid in one of these... especially without a helmet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onthedarkside Posted May 15, 2012 Share Posted May 15, 2012 Not Chiang Mai related. /// closed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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