This morning troops moved armoured vehicles into the protest area and there has been reports of gunfire around the Silom area.  Driving into work today I could see plumes of smoke off in the distance in the direction of the protest site as protesters continue to burn tyres.  Despite the violence having spread to other parts of Bangkok, a majority of the city remains calm and safe, where you can travel around freely.  The situation is receiving 24 hour coverage on the local news along with regular updates on local TV from the authorities.

We continue to monitor the situation and provide assistance to our travellers that are here in Bangkok.  For more information on Intrepid trips in Thailand please visit the safety update section of the Intrepid Travel website at http://www.intrepidtravel.com/quicklink/ourtrips/safety/ .