Bangkok’s weather is not helping the smog problem

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The Thai capital’s air pollution is expected to remain bad, and maybe even get worse, over the seven days.

The TMD (Thai Meteorological Department) has forecast the onset of low pressure from China which will keep the city’s PM2.5 dust particles hovering in the area and not dispersing, or being blown or washed away.

But the Deputy PM Chatchai Sarikuly is giving assurance that the situation was under control as the government has already implemented several immediate steps to cope with the problem.

He insists that the amount of PM2.5 particulate has not reached a critical level which could harm people in the affected areas which have high concentrations the dust and particulate matter.

“But the people of Bangkok might have to live with the dust problem until the end of February after which the situation will get better with the weather warming up and better air circulation.”

Water spraying conducted by the Royal Thai Air Force’s two planes still continues, with the operation concentrating on the areas covering Mor Chit train terminal, Chatuchak district and electric train construction sites.

The Pollution Control Department has again pleaded with motorists to reduce the use of their cars and switch to public transport.

SOURCE: Thai PBS