Bangkok, The Air Pollution Problem Solving Center warns 17 districts of Bangkok that PM2.5 dust levels exceed the standard. This is due to the cold air mass starting to cover it. combined with a light wind This causes dust ventilation to not be as good as it should be. You should watch your health.
Center for Solving Air Pollution Problems The Pollution Control Department (PCD) air quality monitoring report dated November 4, 2023 at 7:00 a.m. found that the amount of PM2.5 dust in the country was mostly within standard limits. But it was found to exceed the standard in Bangkok, Pathum Thani Province, Nonthaburi Province, Samut Sakhon Province, Samut Prakan Province, Nong Khai Province and Kalasin Province.
The measurement results by region are as follows.
Northern region: The overall picture is good, measuring 4.8 - 24.1 micrograms/cubic meter.
Northeast Exceeds the standard in 2 areas, measuring 10.0 - 42.2 micrograms/cubic meter.
Central and Western The overall picture was in the moderate range, measured at 22.7 – 37.5 micrograms/cubic meter.
Eastern region, the overall picture is good, measuring 13.0 - 25.6 micrograms/cubic meter.
Southern region: The overall picture is very good, measuring 7.2 - 12.5 micrograms/cubic meter.
Bangkok and surrounding areas The measurement stations of the Energy Regulatory Commission in collaboration with the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration exceeded the standards for the most part, measuring 13.9 - 61.3 micrograms/cubic meter.
In the Bangkok area, PM2.5 dust levels were found to exceed the standard level and begin to have an impact on health (orange) at 74 stations in 17 districts as follows:
North Bangkok includes Lak Si and Chatuchak District
Southern Bangkok includes Khlong Toei, Phra Khanong and Bang Na districts.
Central Bangkok includes Phaya Thai, Din Daeng and Huai Khwang districts.
Eastern Bangkok includes Khlong Sam Wa, Min Buri and Saphan Sung districts.
Northern Thonburi includes Taling Chan District, Bangkok Noi, and Thawi Watthana.
Southern Thonburi includes Bang Khae, Nong Khaem, Bang Bon districts.
For the reason that PM2.5 dust tends to be high in some areas of Bangkok and surrounding areas. Because the amount of rain is less A cold air mass began to cover it. combined with a light wind This causes dust ventilation in the area to not be as good as it should be. As a result, dust can accumulate in the area. Therefore, it is recommended to refrain from open burning. Use the car sparingly. Keep an eye on your health. and check the air quality before leaving home
As for tomorrow's forecast results Still need to monitor dust accumulation for another day. Some areas will still be at a level that is starting to affect health (orange) and some areas will reduce to moderate air quality (yellow) and then will improve accordingly.
The Pollution Control Department advises the general public in Bangkok. and surrounding areas should monitor health Reduce time spent doing outdoor activities. or use self-protection equipment For those who need special health care If you have health symptoms You should consult a doctor.
The public can follow the situation through the websites Air4Thai.com and airbkk.com, applications Air4Thai and AirBKK.
Source: Thai News Agency