air pollution PM2.5

  • Environment NewsSmog across Bangkok can be blamed on a ‘Dust Dome’ of pollutants
    Som-OFriday, January 22, 2021
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    Smog across Bangkok can be blamed on a ‘Dust Dome’ of pollutants

    Poor air quality across Bangkok in the past week are not just caused by the PM2.5 dust. We can blame a ‘dust dome’ that is formed with low atmospheric pressure, dust and pollutants from the farmland waste burning, and greenhouse gases. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa says that the pollutants come from “the improper disposal” of farming waste…

  • Environment NewsPM2.5 over the limit in 21 areas of Bangkok
    Som-OWednesday, January 6, 2021
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    PM2.5 over the limit in 21 areas of Bangkok

    The pollution control department reports PM2.5 dust particles exceed the standard in 21 areas of Bangkok this morning and reaching unhealthy levels. People in the affected areas are being told to monitor their health. People who have any symptoms of coughing, shortness of breath, or eye irritation, “please stay inside the premises and refrain from outdoor activities”. Children and elderly…

  • Environment NewsBangkok officials launch “big cleaning” attack on air pollution | VIDEO
    Maya TaylorSaturday, December 19, 2020
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    Bangkok officials launch “big cleaning” attack on air pollution | VIDEO

    If all else fails, spray water at it … That seems to be the motto of officials in Bangkok, who have resorted to spraying large plumes of water into the air, in an effort to rid the capital of the smog that has plagued it for months now. Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang has launched the “Bangkok Big Cleaning Day”, in…

  • Environment NewsEconomic concerns put Bangkok’s ban on 10-wheel trucks on hold
    Maya TaylorFriday, November 27, 2020
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    Economic concerns put Bangkok’s ban on 10-wheel trucks on hold

    Officials in Bangkok have decided to delay a proposed ban on 10 wheel trucks in light of the current economic challenges affecting the transportation and industrial sectors. The proposed ban was aimed at reducing PM2.5 air pollution in the capital and was expected to come into force from December 1 – 28. Particulates – also known as atmospheric aerosol particles,…

  • World NewsPM to launch “Green City” intiative
    ThaigerSunday, February 9, 2020
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    PM to launch “Green City” intiative

    The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives (MOAC) will officially launch the “Green City Initiative by MOAC” campaign at Siam Paragon Shopping Complex in downtown Bangkok today. PM Prayut Chan-o-cha will preside over the official opening ceremony, which will include distribution of seedlings of six plants known to be effective in absorbing pollution. The goal is to tackle air pollution caused…

  • Environment NewsAir quality improves in Bangkok, North still battling some haze
    ThaigerMonday, January 27, 2020
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    Air quality improves in Bangkok, North still battling some haze

    The severe air pollution which has plagued Thailand in recent weeks is improving: air quality is dramatically better in most areas today except in the north, where the PM2.5 level remains above safe levels, especially Lampang and Phrae provinces. According to the Pollution Control Department, at 10 am the PM 2.5 levels in the northern provinces of Lampang, Lamphun, Nan, Phrae,…