Bangkok ranked fourth in a global air pollution ranking, with high PM2.5 levels leading to most neighborhoods being declared hazardous.
Bangkok has been ranked fourth in a global air pollution ranking, with high levels of PM2.5 leading to most parts of the capital being declared danger zones.
Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, has been placed fourth in a sad ranking of the world’s most polluted cities, according to Swiss-based IQAir. Thick, toxic smog continues to envelop the city and other regions of the country, posing a serious health threat to residents.
As of 9:40 a.m, Friday, Bangkok’s air quality index had reached an alarming 188. City Hall has declared 48 out of 50 districts as red zones, posing a health hazard. The concentration of tiny PM2.5 particles, which can penetrate deep into the lungs, averaged 88.4 micrograms per cubic meter.
The most affected area was Nong Kham, where PM2.5 levels reached 108 micrograms per cubic meter. Following it on the list of the most polluted places are Khan Na Yao, Min Buri, Thawi Wattkhana and Lac Si. City authorities have urged residents to work remotely and avoid outdoor activities.
The air pollution problem also affected the northern province of Chiang Mai, which ranked 23rd globally with an air quality index of 127. It is worth noting that the safe threshold set by the Thai government is only 37.5 micrograms per cubic meter.
In Southeast Asia, the situation with air pollution is no less tense. The air is worse than in Bangkok only in Ho Chi Minh City. The top ten most polluted cities also include Phnom Penh (5th place) and Hanoi (7th place).
This environmental problem is a major concern for Thai residents and authorities. Air pollution not only degrades the quality of life, but also poses health risks, especially for children, the elderly and people with chronic diseases. High concentrations of PM2.5 can lead to respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems and even premature death.
The situation requires immediate action by the authorities and the public. Comprehensive measures are needed to reduce pollutant emissions, develop public transportation and raise public awareness of air pollution.
Only by working together can we improve the environmental situation and ensure a healthy future for the people of Thailand. In the meantime, residents of Bangkok and other affected regions need only monitor air quality forecasts and adhere to the authorities’ recommendations to minimize health risks.
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