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Bangkok Ranks 12th in World Air Pollution Amidst Rising PM2.5 Levels


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Today, Bangkok is grappling with severe air pollution, as the city ranks 12th on the global pollution index, according to the latest IQ Air report. The capital's air is thick with hazardous PM2.5 particles, with monitoring indicating high concentrations across 63 areas, particularly affecting the Nong Khaem district.

 

In the world's rankings, Baghdad tops the list, with an alarming Air Quality Index (AQI) of 278, followed by Cairo and Dhaka. Bangkok's AQI registers at 159, placing it just behind Wuhan in China.

 

 

Data from the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration’s Air Quality Information Centre reveals that PM2.5 levels today vary substantially, ranging from 34.3µg/m³ to a concerning 74.3µg/m³. The worst-affected areas include Nong Khaem district, peaking at 74.6µg/m³, alongside Tawee Wattana, Khlong San, Phasi Charoen, and Samphanthawong districts, each exhibiting dangerously high pollution levels.

 

Residents are advised to take precautions, especially vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly, as the city faces ongoing air quality challenges. City officials urge the public to stay informed, limit outdoor activities, and use protective measures when necessary. Efforts to address this environmental crisis remain imperative as Bangkok continues to battle with air quality concerns.

 

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-- 2024-12-04

 

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