Lopburi Tourist Police Hand Out Masks to Combat 'PM2.5'

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

In response to the rising PM2.5 pollution levels affecting air quality, Tourist Police in Lopburi have taken proactive measures by distributing face masks to tourists as part of an initiative to combat the issue

 

Amidst concerns over harmful dust particles in the air, the Prime Minister has ordered an immediate collaborative effort to combat the pollution problem, directing multiple agencies, including law enforcement, to implement urgent measures. The national police chief has instated four strict measures to enforce laws that aim to reduce air pollution.

 

Under this directive, the Tourist Police, led by Maj. Gen. Sak Si-la Phueak-am, have been instructed to work closely with local authorities to implement measures addressing PM2.5 pollution.

 

In Lopburi, joint efforts with local administrative bodies include regular patrols to monitor and respond swiftly to any pollution incidents across vulnerable areas, such as sugarcane fields and forested regions.

 

Elsewhere in the provinces of Sing Buri, Chai Nat, and Saraburi, the police have similarly been directed to collaborate with local officials to ensure compliance with anti-pollution regulations.

Moreover, officers under the S.T.C. project have been tasked with raising awareness among tourists regarding the air quality situation and encouraging them to wear protective masks. Tourist police continue to distribute masks to both tourists and locals, alongside promoting emergency contact resources such as the 1155 hotline and the TPB application for assistance.

 

This collective effort underscores the authorities' commitment to mitigating the health risks associated with air pollution and ensuring the safety and well-being of both residents and visitors, reported Daily News.

 

-- 2025-01-28

 

 

[Gottfrid]

Yep, seems like 3 people got their masks. Now it´s only 7 999 997 left to hand out.

[hotchilli]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

In response to the rising PM2.5 pollution levels affecting air quality, Tourist Police in Lopburi have taken proactive measures by distributing face masks to tourists as part of an initiative to combat the issue

How sad... the government must be shamed into doing something.

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Yep, seems like 3 people got their masks. Now it´s only 7 999 997 left to hand out.

I hope they stocked up for the thousands of Chinese about to descend upon them

[supersomchai]

Amazing thailand !