Thailand Faces Worsening Air Pollution: PM2.5 Levels Alarmingly High

[koolkarl]

Thai people continue to do nothing about this extreme health hazard.  Also the smog affects many businesses.  Many refuse to go to outside bars and restaurants or play golf, etc.  Huge economic cost too. Tourists refuse to visit Thailand too and who can blame them. 

[newbee2022]

On 3/25/2025 at 5:47 PM, snoop1130 said:

Picture courtesy of Thaipost

 

Thailand continues to struggle with critical air pollution, as PM2.5 levels exceed safety standards in 61 provinces. According to the Pollution Control Department, stagnant air and atmospheric conditions akin to a lid are trapping pollutants, worsening air quality particularly in Bangkok and the northern regions.

 

As of March 24, the 24-hour average concentration of PM2.5 particles ranged from 15 to a staggering 132.8 µg/m³ across affected areas, far surpassing the safe standard of 37.5 µg/m³. Bangkok, Pathum Thani, Chiang Mai, and many other provinces are witnessing dangerous pollution levels that pose significant health risks.

 

Northern Thailand is particularly affected, recording levels up to 132.8 µg/m³, while northeastern areas report figures between 50.2 and 130.1 µg/m³. Central and eastern regions aren't spared either, with readings reaching up to 115.0 µg/m³. In contrast, the south maintains air quality within safe limits.

 

 

 

Forecasts from March 25 to March 31 indicate an upward trend in PM2.5 levels, with specific increases anticipated in 17 northern provinces and parts of the northeastern and eastern regions. Bangkok's air quality is also expected to worsen.

 

The situation has prompted calls for reduced outdoor activities and the use of protective gear, especially for those with existing health issues. Residents in severely affected areas are advised to minimise outdoor exposure and consult healthcare professionals if symptoms arise.

 

Criticism has been levied against government responses, with allegations of ineffective measures and data manipulation. For real-time updates, residents can rely on Air4Thai.com and airbkk.com, or their respective applications, to stay informed about current air quality conditions. The persistent pollution highlights the urgent need for comprehensive strategies and effective governance to tackle this environmental crisis, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-25

 

 

Yesterday 35 in the South. Fresh air somehow

[Captor]

On 3/25/2025 at 4:02 PM, lordgrinz said:

 

It used to be double, I think it used to be 50 parts per million before, now something like 37.5 parts million, I think everyone else in the world uses 25.

Correct.

[Captor]

On 3/26/2025 at 2:29 AM, hotsun said:

Im pretty convinced that even if thailand chose to stop burning, the neighboring countries burning will still leave a permanent haze over thailand

Yes, but someone must start stop the burnings.

[Captor]

On 3/26/2025 at 6:18 AM, Hardcastle P said:

Just to correct you WHO safe limit is 5 

I think that is for PM2.5 only. 25 is for them all together. Or is that wrong?