Intensified fine dust pollution has led to heightened levels of fine particulate matter under 2.5 microns, known as PM2.5, in 30 provinces across Thailand, including Bangkok. This development was recorded yesterday through the satellite-based Check Foon application, developed by the Geo-Informatics and Space Technology Development Agency (GISTDA).
Samut Songkhram experienced the highest dust level, peaking at 84.1 microgrammes per cubic metre (µg/m³) at 8am. This level significantly surpassed the safe threshold of 50µg/m³, making it the only province to reach a code red status, indicating potentially harmful air. Most other provinces affected by the haze had an orange or unhealthy status.
Out of the 42 districts in Bangkok, all fell under the orange category yesterday. Phra Khanong, Don Muang, Laksi, Bangkok Yai, and Bang Na districts reported the highest levels of fine dust….
