Thailand Grapples with Severe Air Pollution Crisis

BANGKOK (NNT) – A concerning air pollution situation was reported across Thailand today (Jan 28), with 35 out of 77 provinces experiencing hazardous levels of ultra-fine dust. This issue was predominantly observed in the Central Plains region.

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A report this morning by the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency showed that nine provinces were facing dangerously high levels of particulate matter, 2.5 micrometers and less in diameter (PM2.5). Samut Songkhram province recorded the highest level at 108.6 microgrammes per cubic meter of air, significantly above the safe threshold of 37.5µg/m³.

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Krajangwit Johjit
National News Bureau of Thailand