Kota bharu: Kelantan Police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat confirmed that no Malaysians have been affected by the recent violent incidents that occurred simultaneously in three provinces in southern Thailand. He urged Malaysians to be cautious and consider postponing travel plans to the impacted regions unless absolutely necessary, given the current security situation.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mohd Yusoff reiterated that this advice is consistent with previous recommendations for Malaysians planning to visit southern Thailand. He specifically mentioned a group of high-powered motorcycle riders from Ducati Malaysia, who are currently in Kelantan with intentions to travel to Thailand, including Hat Yai. He advised them against entering Hat Yai due to the 51 violent incidents reported in the southern provinces the previous night.

Mohd Yusoff emphasized the importance of Malaysians taking the current security situation into account if travel to Thailand is unavoidable, and urged them to remain vigilant during their stay. He also noted that the Foreign Ministry has echoed this sentiment, advising caution but not imposing a travel ban.

Thailand's Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 (ISOC 4) stated they are actively monitoring the situation, expediting investigations, and enhancing security to protect the public and restore normalcy. A curfew was imposed in Narathiwat from 10:15 pm on August 22 until 5 am on August 23 due to the unrest, which included bombings and burnings.

Residents near the Malaysia-Thailand border reported thunder-like sounds from Narathiwat, causing concern as it shook houses in Kampung Lubok Gong and Kampung Tersang. Mohd Yusoff also highlighted that Thai authorities are increasing traffic enforcement, advising Malaysian drivers in Thailand to adhere to local traffic regulations to avoid penalties.