
Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year, is celebrated from 13–15 April with massive street water fights, parades and family travel. It is often called the “world’s largest water fight”. During the holiday period, millions of people are on the roads, many of whom are drinking and celebrating, which leads to an increase in accidents. Speeding was the main cause of fatalities (38–42%), followed by drink-driving (27–28%). The majority of vehicles involved were motorcycles, and the peak times for accidents were in the afternoons (3–6 pm).
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