webfact Posted April 20, 2023 Share Posted April 20, 2023 PHOTO: ASEAN NOW Thailand by Mitch Connor Air pollution in Thailand’s northern regions is expected to decrease between Friday and Monday due to rainfall, bringing relief to an area where over 2.4 million people have experienced health problems connected to smog, according to the Public Health Ministry. Dr Opas Karnkawinpong, the public health permanent secretary, reported on Wednesday that the PM2.5 levels detected in the north ranged from 48 to 234 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³). The most hotspots were found in Chiang Mai, with 279, followed by Chiang Rai, with 215 and Nan with 115. In the past three days, eight provinces experienced PM2.5 levels exceeding 51 µg/m³. These provinces included Nan’s Muang and Chalerm Prakiat districts; Chiang Mai’s Muang, Chiang Dao, and Mae Chaem districts; Chiang Rai’s Muang, Mae Sai, and Chiang Khong districts; Phrae’s Muang districts; Phayao’s Muang district; Lamphun’s Muang and Li districts; Lampang’s Muang and Mae Mo districts; and Mae Hong Son’s Muang, Mae Sariang, and Pai districts. The weather conditions in Bangkok and nearby provinces are predicted to improve by Monday, with wind easing the dust levels. However, 17 northern provinces, particularly Chiang Rai and Nan, still require close monitoring. Improvement has been observed since Wednesday, thanks to increased wind speeds in the region’s upper areas, and rain is expected in parts of the north from Friday until Monday. Full story: https://thethaiger.com/hot-news/air-pollution/thailands-northern-regions-to-experience-decrease-in-air-pollution-due-to-rainfall -- © Copyright Thaiger 2023-04-20 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post Srikcir Posted April 20, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 20, 2023 Thanks to wind speeds and rain. No Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation activated but let Mother Nature solve pollution problems? Program employs 71 pilots employed costing 2.2 billion baht in 2019. Might this budget be better spent on specific scientific anti-pollution measures? 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MrJ2U Posted April 20, 2023 Share Posted April 20, 2023 Finally some good rain storms around upper Sakon Nakhon. Hottest, SMOGGIEST April that I've experienced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K2938 Posted April 20, 2023 Share Posted April 20, 2023 (edited) About 2.4 million people in Thailand have sought hospital treatment for medical problems linked to air pollution since the start of 2023, health officials said, as toxic smog chokes parts of the country. Bangkok and the northern city of Chiang Mai were among the most polluted cities in the world on Thursday morning, according to air quality monitoring company IQAir. There were 184,465 hospital admissions this week alone, Public Health Department Permanent Secretary Opas Karnkawinpong said on Wednesday.https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/thailand-air-pollution-leads-millions-to-seek-medical-help Edited April 20, 2023 by K2938 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheAppletons Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 Worst burning season in the past 8 years. I'll be relocating prior to next year's events. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted April 21, 2023 Share Posted April 21, 2023 On 4/20/2023 at 11:36 AM, webfact said: Air pollution in Thailand’s northern regions is expected to decrease between Friday and Monday due to rainfall, bringing relief to an area where over 2.4 million people have experienced health problems connected to smog, according to the Public Health Ministry. An inept government soon to be replaced. If Thais are fed up of the last eight years now is the time to make a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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