Foreign tourist dies atop Doi Inthanon in Chiang Mai

A foreign national died yesterday on the way to Thailand’s tallest mountain, and suspicion quickly turned to the high temperatures and severe air pollution that have gripped the northern province of Chiang Mai.

The man, whose nationality has yet to be confirmed, lost consciousness Sunday afternoon at a car park on Doi Inthanon where he was headed with a tour group in a minivan.

He was found at around 1pm and attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful. His body was sent to the Chom Thong Hospital in Chiang Mai for autopsy. 

While the cause of death was not immediately clear, officials presume he had underlying health conditions.

On Sunday, Chiang Mai had the worst air pollution in the world, along with high humidity and heat that worsened conditions. 

Doctors in Chiang Mai have urged residents to refrain from outdoor activities and use an air purifier…