According to the Bangkok Air Quality Information Centre, the lively city of Bangkok has recently been enveloped in an invisible invader—a dense cloud of PM2.5 particle contamination. The PM2.5 levels are alarmingly above the safety mark of 37.5 micrograms per cubic metre, resulting in the alert system’s needle swinging towards the Orange zone. This is seen as a state of alarm that warns that the air quality is starting to pose health risks.
In the face of this atmospheric adversary, the people of Bangkok have been strongly suggested to reconsider their outdoor festivities and pursuits. In severely contaminated regions of the capital city, they should take safety measures by wearing face masks and utilizing other types of protective gear.
Moreover, individuals with pre-existing health conditions are highly recommended to curtail their outdoor activities and equip themselves with necessary protective gear, if required. For those facing health issues such as coughing, difficulty in breathing, discomfort in the eyes, tight chest, headaches, irregular heartbeat, nausea, or bouts of fatigue, an immediate consultation with a doctor should be sought.
This micro enemy, the fine-dust PM2.5 haze, is multiplying, owing to the stagnant air conditions entrenched within the city. Nevertheless, the weather forecast for the forthcoming week (November 23-29) envisages an improvement in air circulation, thereby raising hopes about a possible reduction in the PM2.5 menace looming over the capital.
A considerable number of areas in Bangkok witnessed PM2.5 levels surpassing the safety standard on Wednesday. These areas included Bangkok Noi, Bangkok Yai, Bang Khun Thian, Bang Khen, and Bang Khae, along with several others such as Bang Sue, Bang Na, Bang Bon, Ban Phlat, Bang Rak, Buengkum, Chatuchak, Chom Thong, Din Daeng, Dusit, Khlong Toei right through to Laksi, Lat Krabang, Nong Khaem, Nong Chok, Pathumwan, Prawet, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Prakanong, Pra Nakhon, Phasi Charoen, Ratchatewi, Ratburana, Sampanthawong, Thaling Chan, Thawi Watthana, Thung Khru, Thon Buri, Wang Thonglang, and finally Yannawa.
The public is encouraged to use the AirBKK app, visit the www.airbkk.com website, or follow the official Facebook pages of the Bangkok Environment Office and the Air Quality Management Division to remain updated about the air quality in Bangkok. Additionally, notifications are also available through LINE ALERT and LINE OA @airbangkok to ensure that the public stays informed.
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