Raging forest fires and large-scale farm burning have contributed to air pollution in Thailand. Reuters
Air quality has worsened in Thailand, sending millions to hospitals with respiratory issues this year alone.
Raging forest fires and large-scale farm burning have contributed to air pollution, with the condition particularly bad this year.
Forest fires are an annual problem for Thailand between December to April as it is at this time that farmers burn their fields to clear them for the next crop season, as per The Guardian.
Let’s take a closer look at the issue.
Thailand battles wildfires
A blaze broke out Wednesday (29 March) night engulfing forests on two mountains in Nakhon Nayok province, 114 kilometres northeast of the capital city of Bangkok.
Around 10 firefighting vehicles were deployed to bring…
